Which Statement Regarding the Azygos Vein Is Not True

question 75

Multiple Choice

Which statement regarding the azygos vein is not true?

• A)The azygos is a continuation of the right ascending lumbar vein.
• B)The azygos drains some of the deoxygenated blood from below the level of the heart.
• C)The hemizygos drains into the azygos.
• D)The azygos drains into the IVC.
• E)All of the above statements are true.

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