When the blood supply to an organ is blocked for a period of time and then re-instated, blood flow is transiently increased above its normal level. This response is referred to as reactive hyperemia and occurs because:

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When the blood supply to an organ is blocked for a period of time and then re-instated, blood flow is transiently increased above its normal level. This response is referred to as reactive hyperemia and occurs because:

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Local chemical factors are released which cause the smooth muscle of the arterioles to relax.

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Local chemical factors are released which cause the smooth muscle of the capillaries to relax.

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There is an increase in activity in the sympathetic nerves which innervate the arterioles.

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The veins leaving the organ dilate, allowing more blood to enter them.

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