The middle layer of a structure, particularly a blood vessel is called the
A)tunica
B)adventitia
C)intima
D)media
E)radial

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The middle layer of a structure, particularly a blood vessel is called the media. Choice A, tunica is often used interchangeably with media but can also refer to the entire wall of the vessel. Choice B, adventitia, refers to the outer layer of a blood vessel while choice C, intima, refers to the inner layer. Choice E, radial, does not refer to any layer of a blood vessel.

The Middle Layer of a Structure, Particularly a Blood Vessel