The Thyroid Gland Is Located

question 35

Multiple Choice

The thyroid gland is located

• A) anterior to the aortic arch.
• B) posterior to the sternum.
• C) on the superior aspect of the kidneys.
• D) immediately inferior to the larynx.

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