Asked in UHS MDCAT 2010 2010Moderate

Where is the ileocolic sphincter located in your body?

Correct answer: C. At the junction of ileum and large intestine

  • A. At the junction of esophagus and stomach
  • B. At the junction of stomach and small intestine
  • C. At the junction of ileum and large intestine
  • D. At the junction of small intestine and large intestine

Explanation

Option[A] cardiac sphincter is present at the junction of esophagus and stomach.Option[B] pyloric sphincter is present at the junction of the stomach and small intestine.Option [C] ileocolic sphincter is located at the junction of the ileum and the first portion of the colon of the large intestine.Option[D] specific positions of intestines are not described in this option.

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