Question

The pre-caval vein is formed of

• A. External jugular and innominate
• B. Innominate and subclavian
• C. External jugular, innominate and subclavian
• D. External jugular and subclavian

Answer 1

The correct option is C External jugular, innominate and subclavian

Pre caval vein is a reference to the superior vena cava that forms by the joining of external jugular vein, innominate veins (also brachiocephalic vein) and subclavian veins. They basically drain blood from the head and neck region along with the upper limbs or fore limbs.