The cisterna chyli is formed by the junction of the:
a. intestinal and lumbar trunks
b. left and right thoracic ducts
c. bronchomediastinal trunks
d. jugular and subclavian veins
Answer: a. intestinal and lumbar trunks
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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