What structure is located in the upper third of the sternocleidomastoid muscle?

a. Branchial cleft cyst
b. Cricoid cartilage
c. Lacrimal duct
d. Thyroid gland


A
The branchial cleft cyst is a remnant of development during the embryologic stage and is located around the upper third of the sternocleidomastoid muscle. Cricoid cartilage is located at the tra-chea, below the epiglottis. The lacrimal duct is where tears drain. The thyroid gland is located at the anterior part of the neck.

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