The Spleen Is a Highly Vascularized Organ Located in the Left

question 27

Multiple Choice

The spleen is a highly vascularized organ located in the left upper quadrant of the abdominal cavity.What are the main functions of the spleen? (Select all that apply. )

• A) Serve as reservoir for blood.
• B) Destroy worn-out RBCs.
• C) Promote phagocytosis.
• D) Responsible for development of T lymphocytes.
• E) Continuously produce RBCs during lifetime.

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