Gross Anatomy of the Breast
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Which one of the following is NOT a component of the breast?

  • Areola (correct)
  • Mammary glands
  • Fat
  • Fibrous tissue

Where is the nipple usually located?

  • Between the sternum and the midaxillary line
  • At the level of the 4th intercostal space (correct)
  • At the level of the 2nd rib
  • Between the 2nd and 6th ribs

What is the function of the suspensory ligaments of the breast?

  • To regulate body temperature
  • To protect the breast from infections
  • To produce milk
  • To support the breast (correct)

What is the axillary process of the breast?

<p>A portion of the breast that extends back into the armpit (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many lobes does each mammary gland have?

<p>15 to 20 lobes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of the breast?

<p>Muscle tissue (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the nipple located in males?

<p>T4 dermatome (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the pigmented skin that surrounds the nipple?

<p>Areola (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the suspensory ligaments of the breast?

<p>To support the breast (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the axillary process of the breast located?

<p>In the armpit (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Axillary process of the breast

A part of the breast that extends into the armpit.

Areola

The pigmented area around the nipple.

Nipple

The small, raised projection on the breast.

Suspensory ligaments of the breast

Fibrous tissue supporting the breast.

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Lobule

The functional unit of the breast, producing milk.

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Glandular tissue

The main tissue of the breast responsible for milk production.

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T4 dermatome

The location of the nipple in males.

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Lactiferous ducts

The breast is made up of many lobes, each with its own duct leading to the nipple.

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Muscle tissue

The breast is not composed of muscle. It's primarily composed of glandular tissue, fat, and connective tissue.

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Lobes of the breast

The breast is composed of 15 to 20 lobes, each containing many lobules responsible for milk production.

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Study Notes

Breast Components

  • The nipple is usually located at the center of the breast.
  • The axillary process of the breast is located in the axillary region (armpit area).
  • The areola is the pigmented skin that surrounds the nipple.

Breast Structure

  • Each mammary gland has 15-20 lobes.

Suspensory Ligaments

  • The function of the suspensory ligaments of the breast is to provide support and hold the breast in place.

Breast in Males

  • The nipple in males is located at the center of the breast, similar to females.

Non-Components of the Breast

  • The axillary process is not a component of the breast itself, but rather a region where the breast tissue extends.

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Test your knowledge on the gross anatomy of the breast with this quiz. Explore topics such as the composition of the breast, its location, and anatomical features like the nipple and areola.

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