Anatomy Lab Manual: Mediastinum & Heart

What anatomical structure is described as a mass of tissue located between the sternum and the vertebral column, and between the lungs?

Which anatomical feature describes the pointed end of the heart, typically oriented toward the left side?

In a dissection, which vessel would you use to differentiate between the left and right ventricles?

Where does the superior vena cava drain blood from, regarding the auricle?

Which structure found in both ventricles allows blood passage from each auricle?

Which cardiac structure prevents blood backflow into the left ventricle?

Which of the options prevent backflow of blood into the right ventricle?

What is the name for the first portion of the aorta from which the left and right coronary arteries originate?

A blockage in which artery would cause decreased oxygenation of the heart, beginning inferiorly in the posterior interventricular sulcus?

Which vessel does the coronary sinus drain into?

From which branch does the right common carotid artery originate?

From which vessel does the vertebral artery originate?

What arteries supply both the colon and rectum?

The subclavian artery transitions into which artery as it passes the clavicle?

What is the anatomical progression of the artery in the arm, going from the axilla to the elbow?

Which vein in the upper limb ascends on the lateral side of the arm?

The union of which veins forms the brachiocephalic vein?

What are the terminal branches of the common iliac artery?

The external iliac artery becomes which artery after passing the inguinal ligament?

Which vein originates on the medial side of the foot and empties into the femoral vein?

Which type of vessel wall is made up of only the tunica intima?

In the respiratory system, which structure connects the pharynx to the trachea?

Outside to inside, what is the correct anatomical ordering of the walls that make up the trachea?

In the respiratory tract, which of the following is exclusive to the upper respiratory system?

Which structure serves as a 'lid' to prevent food from entering the trachea and directs it towards the esophagus?

From the list, point out the paired cartilage of the larynx.

What cartilaginous structure is most superior within the trachea's structure?

The division of the trachea occurs approximately at which vertebral level?

Which feature is observed in the right primary bronchus?

The lung is divided by fissures into three lobes. What lobes are visible in the lung?

What histological feature is common accross most of the upper and lower respiratory tract (except for parts of the pharynx)?

Identify the anatomical structure that facilitates gas diffusion.

What are the male gonads called?

What is the primary purpose of the scrotum?

What structure is found surrounding the Glans?

What is the name of the structure, approximately 45 cm in length, that connects the epididymis to the ejaculatory duct?

What constitutes the spermatic cord?

What anatomical structure is located near the base of the urinary bladder?

What produces approximately 25% of semen?