Figure 22.1

Identify the labeled structure(s) in each of the following questions.
-Identify the structure(s) indicated by Label S.
A) Femoral artery
B) Inferior mesenteric artery
C) Internal iliac artery
D) Superior mesenteric artery
E) Common iliac artery

Question

Figure 22.1
  
Identify the labeled structure(s) in each of the following questions.
-Identify the structure(s) indicated by Label S.
A) Femoral artery 
B) Inferior mesenteric artery 
C) Internal iliac artery 
D) Superior mesenteric artery 
E) Common iliac artery

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The structure indicated by Label S is the femoral artery. The femoral artery is a major artery that supplies blood to the lower limb. It is a continuation of the external iliac artery and runs down the thigh.

Figure 22.1 Identify the Labeled Structure(s) in Each of the Following Questions