Spleen Quiz (Advanced Level)
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Q1. Which embryological structure gives rise to the spleen?
- Mesenchyme of the dorsal mesogastrium
- Endoderm of the foregut
- Yolk sac mesoderm
- Neural crest cells
Q2. What is the function of the ellipsoids (sheathed capillaries) in the spleen?
- Secrete digestive enzymes
- Supply oxygen to white pulp
- Produce lymphocytes
- Filter blood entering red pulp
Q3. What condition is characterized by absence of the spleen?
- Splenomegaly
- Aplasia
- Hypersplenism
- Asplenia
Q4. What is the primary clinical concern following splenectomy?
- Loss of digestive enzymes
- Increased risk of infection from encapsulated bacteria
- Hypertension
- Inability to clot blood
Q5. Which ligament connects the spleen to the stomach?
- Splenorenal ligament
- Round ligament
- Gastrosplenic ligament
- Falciform ligament
Q6. What is a common site for accessory spleens?
- Thoracic cavity
- Within the liver
- Gallbladder wall
- Splenic hilum or gastrosplenic ligament
Q7. Which part of the spleen is responsible for initiating immune responses to blood-borne antigens?
- Red pulp
- Hilum
- Capsule
- White pulp
Q8. Which artery gives rise to the splenic artery?
- Celiac trunk
- Superior mesenteric artery
- Renal artery
- Hepatic artery
Q9. What separates the spleen from the posterior abdominal wall?
- Stomach and pancreas
- Colon and adrenal gland
- Left kidney and diaphragm
- Small intestine and liver
Q10. What is hypersplenism?
- A congenital lack of splenic tissue
- Overactive spleen that destroys blood cells excessively
- Underdeveloped spleen with limited blood flow
- Splenic rupture from trauma