Asked by Andrew Bauer on May 21, 2024
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The celiac trunk divides into three branches. Which one of these vessels is NOT a branch of the celiac trunk?
A) left gastric artery
B) superior mesenteric artery
C) splenic artery
D) hepatic artery
Celiac Trunk
A major artery that supplies the abdominal organs including the liver, stomach, and spleen with blood.
Superior Mesenteric Artery
A major artery that supplies blood to a large portion of the lower intestine, including the jejunum, ileum, and colon.
Left Gastric Artery
An artery that arises from the celiac trunk and supplies blood to the stomach's lesser curvature.
- Pinpoint the primary arteries supplying blood to designated body parts or organs.
Verified Answer
LT
Leonora TravellaMay 21, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The superior mesenteric artery is not a branch of the celiac trunk, but rather arises directly from the abdominal aorta just below the celiac trunk. The other three vessels (left gastric artery, splenic artery, and hepatic artery) are all branches of the celiac trunk.
Learning Objectives
- Pinpoint the primary arteries supplying blood to designated body parts or organs.
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