How quickly does a blood cell circulate?

29 April 2012

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It is about a quarter of that (10 to 15 sec) depending on clinical conditions.
See:
Tarr L, Oppenheimer BS, Sager RV. The circulation time in various clinical conditions determined by the use of sodium dehydrocholate. American Heart Journal, 8(6): 766-786.

Says from arm to mouth. Injected in the arm and taste response when reaching the tongue unless my reading skills / understanding are poor.

does it take a minute for your blood to circulate through your whole body?

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