Anatomy · Pelvis, Perineum and Reproductive Anatomy

The ovarian artery arises directly from which vessel?

A Internal iliac artery
B Abdominal aorta ✓
C External iliac artery
D Renal artery

Correct answer: B. Abdominal aorta

Explanation

The ovarian artery arises from the abdominal aorta at the L2 vertebral level, below the renal arteries. It descends retroperitoneally, crosses the external iliac vessels, and enters the suspensory ligament of the ovary to reach the ovary. The internal and external iliac arteries supply pelvic viscera but not the ovary directly.

Reference: Gray's Anatomy, 41st ed.

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