Small Parts 1 Flashcards
This is a small ovoid structure that is located underneath the epididymis head and is a remnant of the Mullerian duct.
pampiniform plexus
rete testis
appendix testis
ductus deferens
appendix testis
The normal testis has a ________________ echo texture.
homogeneous, bright level-like ligaments
heterogeneous
anechoic
homogeneous, similar to thyroid
homogeneous, similar to thyroid
The epididymis is attached to the __________ portion of the testicle and runs along the __________ aspect to the base of the testis.
superior, posterior
inferior, anterior
superior, anterior
inferior, posterior
superior, posterior
The left testicular vein drains into ____________,
Lt. renal vein
Rt. renal vein
IVC
Aorta
Lt. renal vein
This structure is seen sonographically as an echogenic linear band running longitudinally within the testis.
mediastinum testis
seminiferous tubules
tunica vaginalis
rete testis
mediastinum testis
Which of the following describes the Rete Testis?
Network of ducts within the mediastinum testis
Capsule of fibrous tissue that surrounds the teste
Echogenic line running through the testicle
Network of ducts within the mediastinum testis
The external median ridge or septum that separates the scrotum into lateral portions is called the ____________.
tunica albuginea
median raphe
tunica vaginalis
cremaster muscle
median raphe
Which of the following are found in the spermatic cord? (Choose 4)
lymphatics
epididymis
nerves
testicular arteries
urethra
ductus (vas) deferens
seminiferous tubules
lymphatics
nerves
testicular arteries
ductus (vas) deferens
Normal adult testicle measures approximately __________ in length.
2 to 3 mm
3 to 5 cm
3 to 5 mm
2 to 3 cm
3 to 5 cm
The ________ is a dense fibrous tissue (capsule) that covers each testicle.
Tunica dartos
Tunica albuginea
Mediastinum testis
Tunica vaginalis
Tunica albuginea
This fascia consists of three layers and it surrounds the covering layers of the testicles.
Tunica dartos
Tunica vaginalis
Tunica albuginea
Epididymis
Tunica vaginalis
The epididymis is composed of three parts. Which below is NOT a part of the epididymis?
body
head
tunica dartos
tunica dartos
The appendix testis is usually only seen with a what pathological condition?
hernia
hydrocele
hydrocele
Which part of the epididymis is the largest?
body
tail
head
head
Which testicular vein drains into the IVC?
left
right
right
The epididymis looks isoechoic to slightly hyperechoic compared to the testicle.
True
False
True
The appendix is attached to the cecum of the colon.
True
False
True
The gastroesophageal junction is located anterior to the liver, between the diaphragm and the stomach.
True
False
False
Which of the following is NOT used to describe the normal sonographic appearance of bowel?
psuedokidney sign
target sign
line line sign
gut signature
line line sign
What range should the intestinal wall measure?
3-8 mm
3-5 mm
5-8 mm
.3-5 mm
3-5 mm
The pylorus of the stomach attaches to the ________.
cecum
jejunum
ileum
duodenum
duodenum
The stomach is a peritoneal organ.
True
False
True
Which of the following are located lateral to the thyroid gland? Check all that apply.
trachea
carotid artery
jugular vein
esophagus
carotid artery
jugular vein
What muscle is located posterior to the thyroid?
Sternocleidomastoid muscle
Psoas muscle
Strap Muscles
Longus Colli muscle
Longus Colli muscle
A normal variant of the isthmus in which the isthmus tissue extends superiorly is….
Appendix Thyroid
Meckel’s Diverticulum
Pyramidal Lobe
Reidel’s Lobe
Pyramidal Lobe
The strap muscles in the neck are__________ to the thyroid.
anterolateral
inferior
posterolateral
superomedial
anterolateral
Is the normal thyroid gland supposed to be heterogeneous or homogenous?
heterogeneous
homogenous
homogenous
Where is the trachea at in the neck in relationship to the thyroid?
posterolateral
anterolateral
anterior
posteromedial
posteromedial
Which gland releases TSH?
Thyroid
Hypothalamus
Adrenal
Pituitary
Pituitary
The inferior part of the prostate gland is called the _________.
apex
central zone
base
verumontanum
apex
Which two approaches may be used to sonographically evaluate the prostate?
translabial
transurethral
transabdominal
transrectal
transabdominal
transrectal
If only the size of the prostate is needing assessed, which sonographic approach would be the best?
transabdominal
transrectal
transabdominal
The prostate gland is shaped like a/an __________.
circle
cracked egg
kidney
cone
cone
The prostate secretes a fluid that helps with sperm viability, this fluid/solution is considered _________.
acidic
alkaline
basic
alkaline
The prostate lies ________ to the urinary bladder.
lateral
inferior
anterior
superior
inferior
BPH is the lab value used for the prostate.
True
False
False
The prostate lies posterior to the __________.
urinary bladder
rectum
retroperitoneum
symphis pubis
symphis pubis
The __________ structures are located superior to the prostate and posterior to the urinary bladder.
seminal vesicles
epididymis
prostatic ureters
seminal vesicles
The superior portion of the prostate gland is called the _______.
corpora cavernosa
apex
base
verumontanum
trigone
base
Which sonographic approach would be best for performing a biopsy of the prostate?
transrectal
transabdominal
transrectal
The _________ lies inferior to the prostate.
urogenital diaphragm
diaphragm
urinary bladder
rectum
urogenital diaphragm
The ___________ is an area that is close to the center of the prostate gland.
verumontanum
transition zone
peripheral zone
verumontanum
The ejaculatory ducts are located within what prostate zone?.
transition zone
peripheral zone
verumontanum
central zone
central zone
What does the esophagus look like by ultrasound?
black circle
rocketship
target
target
What 2 glands help to regulate the thyroid?
adrenal
hyoid bone
pituitary
hypothalmus
pituitary
hypothalmus
The right and left lobes of the thyroid are connected a piece of tissue called the island.
True
False
False
isthmus
How many parathyroid glands are there normally, and where are they located?
1, posterior thyroid gland
4, anterior thyroid gland
4, posterior thyroid gland
2, posterior thyroid gland
4, posterior thyroid gland
What are the names of the 3 hormones produced by the thyroid gland?
PTH
T3
Calcitonin
TSH
T4
T3
Calcitonin
T4
What is the normal length of the thyroid?
4-6 mm
4-6 cm
2-4 cm
4-6 cm
The thyroid is supplied by what arteries?
directly from the carotid artery
superior and inferior thyroid arteries
aorta
superior and inferior thyroid arteries
What does TSH stand for?
transverse superior hovering
thyroid stimulating hormone
thyroid suppressing hormone
thyroid stimulating hormone
The function of TSH is to stimulate the thyroid gland to secrete hormones.
True
False
True
The minor neurovascular bundle is _____ to the thyroid.
inferior
anterior
posterior
superior
posterior
All of the veins that drain the thyroid gland drain directly into the jugular vein.
True
False
False
The inferior thyroid veins empty into the left or right innominate veins
