BLOOD CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM LYMPHOID ORGANS
SPLEEN
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Question
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How large is the spleen?
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12 in long and 7 in wide.
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12 cm long and 7 cm wide.
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7 in long and 12 in wide.
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7 cm long and 12 cm wide.
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Normal Variants The size of the spleen can be extremely variable ranging from 7cm-14cm (adults). Accessory spleens or splenunculi are common.
Detailed explanation-2: -The spleen has an average of 12 cm in length, 7 cm in width and 3–4 cm in thickness in adults. The spleen reaches its maximum size at the age of 13 years. Normally, splenic length (SL) should not exceed 15 cm.
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