The aorta is the major artery of the body. The heart is formed during the first 8 weeks of fetal development. The heart beats an average 60 to 100 times a minute. The heart weighs about 250 to 350 grams. The heart will pump over 6,813 liters of blood per day.
Veins always carry blood to the heart.
Arteries always carry blood away from the heart. Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. The information contained in this web site is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Nothing contained in this web site is intended to be for medical diagnosis or treatment.