The two collecting ducts that drain the lymphatic trunks are
A) the thoracic duct and right lymphatic duct.
B) the lumbar duct and left lymphatic duct.
C) the intestinal duct and left intercostal duct.
D) the bronchomediastinal duct and subclavian duct.
E) none of the above.

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The thoracic duct drains lymph from the lower body, left upper body, and left arm, while the right lymphatic duct drains lymph from the right upper body. These two collecting ducts ultimately merge and drain into the venous system at the junction of the left subclavian and left internal jugular veins.

The Two Collecting Ducts That Drain the Lymphatic Trunks Are