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Where is the left hypochondriac region? your answer should be a number

Where is the left hypochondriac region? your answer should be a number-example-1

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The hypochondrium refers to the two hypochondriac regions in the upper third of the abdomen; the left hypochondrium and right hypochondrium. They are located on the lateral sides of the abdominal wall respectively, inferior to (below) the thoracic cage, being separated by the epigastrium.
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Question: "Where is the left hypochondriac region? (Your answer should be a number)"

Answer: "The left hypochondriac region is located right where area 3 is marked, based on the diagram above, in which is protected by the ribs. Hence, Area 3 would be the correct choice."

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