Which artery supplies the small intestine, cecum, ascending colon, and transverse colon?

A) Inferior phrenic artery
B) Lumbar artery
C) Superior mesenteric artery
D) Inferior mesenteric artery

Small Intestine

A long, coiled section of the gastrointestinal tract where most digestion of food and absorption of nutrients occurs.

Superior Mesenteric Artery

A major artery that supplies blood to the intestines, including parts of the stomach, pancreas, and the lower portion of the esophagus.

Cecum

Cul-de-sac forming the first part of the large intestine.