The arterial supply of trachea is by________________?

Correct answer: C. Inferior thyroid artery

  • A. Bronchial artery
  • B. Tracheal artery
  • C. Inferior thyroid artery
  • D. Superior thyroid artery

Explanation

The cervical trachea receives blood mainly from the inferior thyroid arteries, while the thoracic part is supplied by bronchial arteries. The tracheal artery is not a standard named source in this context.

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