What is the primary function of the sinoatrial (SA) node?

Answer 1

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The SA (sinoatrial) node is located in the right atrium. It is known as the pacemaker of the heart A depolarization of the SA node causes contraction of the atrial myocardium. The electrical wave passes to the AV node (atrioventricular) node between the right atrium and right ventricle. The impulse the passes down the His fibers in the inter-ventricular septum and then on to the Purkinje fibers. Finally the ventricles contract. These electrical movement correspond to muscle contractions and the flow of blood around and out of the heart. the impulse can be seen on the readings of and electrocardiograms. these changes in electrical potential in the heart are monitored on an EKG.

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Answer 2

The primary function of the sinoatrial (SA) node is to generate electrical impulses that initiate the heartbeat, essentially acting as the "pacemaker" of the heart, causing the atria to contract and begin the cardiac cycle. The electrical signal then travels through the conduction system of the heart to stimulate the ventricles to contract and pump blood out of the heart.

Answer 3

The SA node, located in the right atrium, is where the heartbeat begins. This electrical impulse then travels to all other parts of the heart along nerves. It tells the chambers of the heart to contract, to squeeze, to push whatever blood they are holding farther down the line. The SA node tells your heart when to pump.