Which is not correct regarding the spleen?

A. Its white pulp consists of lymphatic cells.
B. It has an outer cortex and inner medulla.
C. It is divided into sections by capsular extensions called trabeculae.
D. Its blood is supplied by the splenic artery and drained by the splenic vein.
E. It stores erythrocytes.


Answer: B

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