Breast Tissue Anatomy Quiz

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What is the function of suspensory ligaments (Cooper’s ligaments) in the breast?

  • Regulating hormone secretion
  • Aiding in milk production
  • Facilitating lymph drainage
  • Providing support for the breasts (correct)

Where are the axillary lymph nodes located?

  • Within the breast tissue
  • Near the sternum
  • In the abdominal cavity
  • In the axillary region (correct)

What does the mammary (glandular) tissue consist of?

  • Muscle and retromammary fat
  • Glandular tissue, excretory ducts, and connective tissues (correct)
  • Lobes arranged radially around the nipple
  • Skin and subcutaneous fat

What is the function of retromammary tissue?

<p>Contains muscle, deep connective tissue, and retromammary fat (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of axillary lymph nodes in the body?

<p>Drain the lymphatics from the breast, arm, and walls of the thorax (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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