Anatomy of Subclavian Arteries

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What is the origin of the right subclavian artery?

A branch of the brachiocephalic artery

Which of the following arteries is not a branch of the 1st part of the subclavian artery?

Costocervical trunk

What is the continuation of the subclavian artery at the outer border of the first rib?

Axillary artery

How many parts is the subclavian artery divided into by the scalenus anterior muscle?

3

Which artery is responsible for the blood supply to the brain?

Vertebral artery

What is the course of the subclavian artery in the root of the neck?

C-shaped

What is the position of the descending thoracic aorta in the mediastinum?

Posterior mediastinum

Which part of the aorta gives rise to the coronary arteries?

Ascending aorta

What is the level at which the descending thoracic aorta ends?

T12

Which of the following arteries is NOT a branch of the arch of aorta?

Right subclavian artery

What is the point of origin of the vertebral arteries?

1st part of subclavian arteries

What is the continuation of the descending thoracic aorta below the level of T12?

Abdominal aorta

Through which opening of the diaphragm does the descending thoracic aorta pass to become the abdominal aorta?

Aortic opening

What is the name of the artery that supplies the muscles of the back of the neck?

Deep cervical artery

What is the destination of the vertebral arteries?

Basilar artery

What is the origin of the costocervical trunk?

Subclavian artery

What is the function of the vertebral arteries?

Supply blood to the brain and spinal cord

What is the origin of the internal thoracic artery?

1st part of subclavian artery

This quiz covers the anatomy of subclavian arteries, including their origin, course, and branches. It also explores the vertebral arteries and their role in the circulatory system. Test your knowledge of the human body's vascular system!

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