Spleen(low spirits)

An organ that is part of the lymphatic system. Spleen is a largest lymphoid organ of the body, Also stores the blood, Filters blood by removing cellular waste and getting rid of old or damaged blood cells. Makes white blood cells and antibodies that help you fight infection. Maintains the levels of fluid in your body. Produces antibodies that protect you against infection. Dimension :- spleen are soft, highly vascular and dark purple in colour. Thickness -1" Breath -3" Length -5" Weight - 7 oz(ounce) Ribs -9-11 Shape - Tactrahadral *Note: Harries dietum: 1,3,5,7,9,11 Situation :- 1. Epigastric 2. Left hypochondrium Parts :- Two ends:- 1. Medial end (posterior end):-rounded. 2. Lateral end or interior end:- more like border. Surface :- Two surface:- 1. Visceral :- concave and irregular. 2. Diaphragmatic :- convex and smooth. Borders :- 3 borders:- 1. Superior border:- notch near anterior end. 2. Inferior border:- ro...