There are four carotid arteries, two on each side of the neck: right and left internal carotid arteries, and right and left external carotid arteries. The carotid arteries deliver oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the head and brain.
Review Date:1/5/2007
Reviewed By: A.D.A.M. Medical Illustration Team
Reviewed By: A.D.A.M. Medical Illustration Team
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