The Spleen Is a Highly Vascularized Organ Located in the Left

question 43

Multiple Choice

The spleen is a highly vascularized organ located in the left upper quadrant of the abdominal cavity. The main functions of the spleen are (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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