Which of the Following Organs Drains Its Blood Through the Hepatic

Question

Which of the following organs drains its blood through the hepatic portal system?
A) kidney
B) stomach
C) adrenal gland
D) uterus
E) urinary bladder

Accepted Answer

The stomach drains its blood through the hepatic portal system, as nutrients absorbed from the digestive system are first transported to the liver via the hepatic portal vein before entering the general circulation. The other organs listed do not have this specific drainage system.