NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

HISTOLOGY

BLOOD VESSELS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The fusion of the brachiocephalic veins forms the
A
superior vena cava
B
innominate vein
C
subclavian vein
D
inferior vena cava
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -At the level of the inferior border of the 1st right costal cartilage, the left and right brachiocephalic veins converge to form the superior vena cava, which goes on to drain into the right atrium of the heart.

Detailed explanation-2: -The right and left brachiocephalic veins, also known as the innominate veins, join to form the superior vena cava posterior to the inferior border of the first right costal cartilage. These veins carry blood from the chest wall, esophagus, lungs, neck, and pericardium.

Detailed explanation-3: -Your right and left brachiocephalic veins merge to form your superior vena cava. This large vein is located above your heart, and it extends downward to drain blood into your right atrium (top right heart chamber). From there, your blood flows through the right side of your heart and into your lungs to gain oxygen.

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