GENERAL HISTOLOGY

MUSCLE

SKELETAL MUSCLE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is the insertion of the triceps brachii?
A
olecranon process of the ulna
B
infraglenoid tuberosity of the scapula
C
lateral condyle of the humerus
D
medial epicondyle of the humerus
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Insertion: Posterior surface of the olecranon process of the ulna, capsule of the elbow joint and antebrachial fascia.

Detailed explanation-2: -Triceps Brachii Muscle: Lateral Head The lateral head of the triceps brachii, one of three heads of the muscle, originates from the humerus, superior to the radial groove to insert on the olecranon process.

Detailed explanation-3: -The triceps brachii muscle and its insertion on the olecranon.

Detailed explanation-4: -Triceps tendon: attaches the triceps muscle to the ulna, allowing the elbow to straighten.

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