Strong Reinforcement for the Anterior Aspect of the Hip Joint

question 34

Multiple Choice

Strong reinforcement for the anterior aspect of the hip joint is provided by the Y-shaped

• A) iliofemoral ligament.
• B) pubofemoral ligament.
• C) ligament of the head of the femur.
• D) ischiofemoral ligament.

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LH

Luteinizing hormone, a hormone produced by the anterior pituitary gland, essential for regulating the menstrual cycle and ovulation in females and testosterone production in males.

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