18 Questions
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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