The pancreas of a patient has begun to swell because of inadequate drainage. Which vein is most likely to be effected?

A) inferior mesenteric
B) gastric
C) splenic
D) superior mesenteric


C

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Describe ribosomes. select all that apply.

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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