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1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

20. The Lymphatic System

Secondary Lymphoid Organs: The Spleen

Anatomy & Physiology

20. The Lymphatic System

Secondary Lymphoid Organs: The Spleen

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Where is the spleen located in the human body?

In the lower right quadrant of the abdomen

In the upper right quadrant of the abdomen

In the lower left quadrant of the abdomen

In the upper left quadrant of the abdomen

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Understand the anatomical terminology used to describe the location of organs in the human body. The abdomen is divided into four quadrants: upper right, upper left, lower right, and lower left.

Recall the function and role of the spleen in the human body. The spleen is involved in filtering blood, recycling iron, and housing immune cells.

Visualize or refer to an anatomical diagram of the human abdomen to identify the position of the spleen relative to other organs such as the stomach and pancreas.

Recognize that the spleen is located in the upper left quadrant of the abdomen, tucked under the rib cage and near the stomach.

Consider the clinical significance of the spleen's location, such as its vulnerability to trauma due to its position and the implications for surgical procedures.