Question

multiple choice question
the red pulp of the spleen is where ______ drainage of the blood occurs.
o venous
o lacteal
o arterial
o lymphatic

Explanation:

The red pulp of the spleen is responsible for venous drainage of blood. Lacteals are related to fat - absorption in the small intestine, arterial is for blood supply not drainage, and lymphatic is related to the lymphatic system not blood drainage in the spleen context.

Answer:

A. venous