IVD intro Flashcards
1
Q
What is the number of true intervertebral discs identified in the adult?
A
twenty-three
2
Q
In the adult, which vertebral levels will demonstrate a true intervertebral disc?
A
those between C2 and S1 inclusive
3
Q
What is the intervertebral disc histologically composed of?
A
cells, collagen fibers, and a hydrated proteoglycan gel