Asked in UHS MDCAT 2017 2017Moderate

The thoracic lymph duct of the lymphatic system opens into _.

Correct answer: B. Subclavian Vein

  • A. Superior vena cava
  • B. Subclavian Vein
  • C. Inferior vena cava
  • D. Renal vein

Explanation

Lymph capillaries join to form larger and larger lymph vessels; and ultimately form the thoracic lymph duct, which opens into the subclavian vein. The low of lymph is always towards the thoracic duct.

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