Normal Measurement
What is the normal length of the spleen?
8-13 cm
What is the main functions of the spleen?
-phagocytosis
-creates RBC's in babies
Does the spleen have smooth or rough boarders?
smooth boarders
In what anatomical space is the pancreas located?
retroperitoneal cavity
What is the AP measurement of the spleen?
7-8 cm
What is culling?
Removal of RBC's
Is the spleen hyperechoic or hypoechoic to the liver?
hypoechoic
In what anatomical space is the spleen located?
Intraperitoneal cavity
What is the normal measurement for width of the spleen?
3-4cm
What is pitting?
Removal of RBC nuclei
What are 3 ways the pancreas appears compared to the liver?
homogenous, smooth boarders, and hyperechoic
Which part of the pancreas sits within the c-loop of the duodenum?
head
What percentage of pancreatic function is endocrine versus exocrine?
10% endocrine, 90% exocrine
On ultrasound, which vein may appear to run through the pancreas even though it actually lies inferior to it?
splenic vein
The pancreatic duct joins which other duct before entering the duodenum?
common bile duct
What are the enzymes produced by the pancreas?
amylase, lipase, trypsin, and sodium