THE CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM PLAYS A VITAL ROLE IN MAINTAINING HOMEOSTASIS BY TRANSPORTING OXYGEN, NUTRIENTS, HORMONES, AND WASTE PRODUCTS THROUGHOUT THE BODY, ENSURING THE PROPER FUNCTIONING OF ALL ORGANS AND TISSUES

Abstract

The cardiovascular system is essential for sustaining life and maintaining homeostasis in the human body. It functions through the coordinated work of the heart, blood, and blood vessels, delivering oxygen and nutrients while removing carbon dioxide and metabolic wastes. This paper explores the structure and function of the cardiovascular system and its critical role in regulating body temperature, pH balance, and overall cellular health. Understanding the system’s mechanisms is key to identifying, preventing, and managing cardiovascular diseases, which remain a leading cause of global mortality.