The Origin of the Thoracic Duct in Most Individuals Is

Question

The origin of the thoracic duct in most individuals is the ________.
A) cisterna chyli
B) MALT
C) cervical lymph node
D) deep lymphatic trunk
E) aggregated lymphoid nodule

Accepted Answer

The thoracic duct originates from the cisterna chyli, which is a sac-like chamber located near the lower end of the thoracic duct, at the level of the first two lumbar vertebrae.