What is the primary function of the superior mesenteric vein?
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The question is asking about the primary function of the superior mesenteric vein and presents multiple choices regarding its role in relation to the jejunum and ileum, lymph nodes, sympathetic innervation, and blood supply.
Answer
The superior mesenteric vein drains blood from the gastrointestinal tract and delivers it to the liver.
The primary function of the superior mesenteric vein is to drain blood from the small intestine, cecum, ascending and transverse colon, distal parts of the stomach and greater omentum, and transport this nutrient-rich blood to the liver.
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The primary function of the superior mesenteric vein is to drain blood from the small intestine, cecum, ascending and transverse colon, distal parts of the stomach and greater omentum, and transport this nutrient-rich blood to the liver.
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The superior mesenteric vein collects the nutrient-rich blood from the gastrointestinal tract and supplies it to the liver, essential for nutrient processing.
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Sources
- Superior Mesenteric Vein: Anatomy, Location & Function - my.clevelandclinic.org
- Superior mesenteric vein - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
- Superior Mesenteric Vein: Anatomy, Function, Significance - verywellhealth.com
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