Multiple choice

Left renal vein crosses the aorta

  1. anteriorly, above the superior mesenteric artery

  2. anteriorly, below the superior mesenteric artery

  3. posteriorly, at the level of superior mesenteric artery

  4. anteriorly, below the inferior mesenteric artery
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The left renal vein courses anteriorly across the aorta, passing below the superior mesenteric artery before joining the inferior vena cava. This anatomical relationship is clinically relevant during surgical procedures and imaging.

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