The gastroenterologist has just determined that you have a blockage in your jejunum and he will have to perform surgery, making a small incision in the wall to remove the obstruction. Which tunic will be cut first?

A. Adventitia
B. Mucosa
C. Serosa
D. Submucosa
E. Tunica muscularis


Answer: C

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