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Anatomy of the Spleen

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Which of the following is true about the anatomy of the spleen?

It belongs to the endocrine system

It has 2 ends, 3 borders, and 3 surfaces (correct)

It is located in the right hypochondrium

It has red and blue pulp

What is the main function of the spleen?

Storage of bile

Protein synthesis

Hematopoiesis in fetal life and iron reutilization in adults (correct)

Blood filtration

What are the relations of the diaphragmatic surface of the spleen?

Related to the right lung and pleura

Related to the small intestine and ascending colon

Related to the liver and gallbladder

Related to the diaphragm, left pleura, left lung, and ribs (correct)

Which part of the body does the visceral surface of the spleen relate to?

Left kidney and colon Signup and view all the answers

What is the length of the spleen?

5 inches Signup and view all the answers

What is the weight of the spleen?

7 oz Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the splenic hilum?

It is the part of the spleen that gives passage to the splenic vessels and nerves Signup and view all the answers

Where does the large splenic artery originate from?

Celiac trunk Signup and view all the answers

Which vessel does the splenic vein join to form the portal vein?

Superior mesenteric vein Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary source of nervous supply to the spleen?

Sympathetic from the coeliac plexus Signup and view all the answers

Which lymph nodes do the lymphatic vessels from the spleen drain into?

Celiac nodes Signup and view all the answers

Which ligament connects the spleen to the greater curvature of the stomach?

Gastrosplenic ligament Signup and view all the answers

Where does the splenic artery enter into the spleen?

Hilum Signup and view all the answers

What covers most of the spleen except at the hilum?

Peritoneum Signup and view all the answers