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A PA Projection of the Stomach and Duodenum Is Often

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A PA projection of the stomach and duodenum is often performed using a 14 * 17 inch (35 * 43 cm) IR. Which of the following describes the plane that is centered to the grid for this projection?


Definitions:

Thrombin

An enzyme in blood plasma that causes the clotting of blood by converting fibrinogen to fibrin.

Plasma

The liquid component of blood, in which blood cells are suspended, containing proteins, electrolytes, and nutrients.

Serum

The clear, yellowish fluid that remains from blood plasma after clotting factors have been removed, used in diagnostic tests and treatments.

Lymphedema

Swelling typically in one of the arms or legs due to a blockage in the lymphatic system, preventing lymph fluid from draining well.

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