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Abdominal Quadrants and Organs Quiz: Name Each Region

Quick abdominal regions quiz with instant results and review tips.

Editorial: Review CompletedCreated By: Kallum GrovesUpdated Aug 27, 2025
Difficulty: Moderate
2-5mins
Learning OutcomesCheat Sheet
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This abdominal quadrants and organs quiz helps you identify each area and the key organs within it. Use it to check recall before a test or lab, and then keep building your anatomy map with the abdominal organs quiz, the body regions quiz, and the abdominal muscles quiz.

Which abdominal region is located in the upper middle section of the abdomen?
Right hypochondriac region
Umbilical region
Epigastric region
Hypogastric region
The epigastric region lies between the costal margins and is superior to the umbilical region. It is bordered laterally by the right and left hypochondriac regions. Many important organs such as the stomach and part of the liver are found here.
Which region lies directly to the right of the umbilical region?
Right lumbar region
Right hypochondriac region
Epigastric region
Left lumbar region
The right lumbar region is immediately to the right side of the umbilical region in the middle row of the nine-region division. It is also known as the right lateral region. It contains parts of the ascending colon and small intestine.
What is the name of the lower middle abdominal region located below the umbilical region?
Hypogastric region
Right iliac region
Epigastric region
Left iliac region
The hypogastric region, also called the pubic region, is located below the umbilical region in the lower central part of the abdomen. It houses organs such as the urinary bladder and parts of the small intestine. Anatomically, it is bounded by the left and right iliac regions laterally and the umbilical region superiorly.
Which region is found in the upper left portion of the abdomen just below the ribs?
Left hypochondriac region
Epigastric region
Right hypochondriac region
Left iliac region
The left hypochondriac region is located in the upper left area of the abdomen, directly under the curvature of the left rib cage. It contains the tail of the pancreas and the spleen. It is bounded by the epigastric region medially and the left lumbar region below.
Which region contains the navel or belly button?
Umbilical region
Hypogastric region
Epigastric region
Left lumbar region
The umbilical region is the central area of the abdomen surrounding the navel or belly button. It is bordered on all sides by the epigastric region above, the hypogastric region below, and the right and left lumbar regions laterally. This region houses parts of the small intestine and transverse colon.
Which region is directly to the left of the hypogastric region?
Right iliac region
Left iliac region
Left lumbar region
Epigastric region
The left iliac region, also known as the left inguinal region, is located directly to the left of the hypogastric region in the lower left part of the abdomen. It contains the descending colon and sigmoid colon. It lies inferior to the left lumbar region and lateral to the hypogastric region.
Which region is directly to the right of the hypogastric region?
Left iliac region
Right iliac region
Right lumbar region
Epigastric region
The right iliac region, also known as the right inguinal region, is located directly to the right of the hypogastric region in the lower right part of the abdomen. It houses the cecum and appendix. It lies inferior to the right lumbar region and lateral to the hypogastric region.
Which region is located in the left middle section of the abdomen, between the left hypochondriac and left iliac regions?
Left lumbar region
Right lumbar region
Umbilical region
Hypogastric region
The left lumbar region, sometimes called the left lateral region, lies in the middle row of the abdomen on the left side, sandwiched between the left hypochondriac region above and the left iliac region below. It contains parts of the descending colon and small intestine.
How many regions is the abdomen divided into when using the nine-region method?
Four
Twelve
Six
Nine
The abdominal cavity can be divided into nine distinct regions using two vertical and two horizontal imaginary lines. These nine regions provide a more detailed map compared to the four quadrants. They help in precisely locating organs and diagnosing abdominal pain.
Which region primarily contains the gallbladder?
Left hypochondriac region
Epigastric region
Right hypochondriac region
Umbilical region
The gallbladder is located on the underside of the liver in the right hypochondriac region. This area lies beneath the ribs on the right side of the upper abdomen. Pathologies like cholecystitis often present with pain in this region.
The vermiform appendix is located in which abdominal region?
Hypogastric region
Umbilical region
Right iliac region
Right lumbar region
The appendix is typically found in the right iliac (inguinal) region in the lower right part of the abdomen. Appendicitis often manifests as pain that starts centrally and later localizes to this region.
In which region would you expect to find the majority of the stomach?
Left iliac region
Right hypochondriac region
Right lumbar region
Epigastric region
The stomach is primarily located in the epigastric region, with portions extending into the left hypochondriac region. The epigastric area lies just below the sternum. Conditions such as gastritis present with pain in this area.
The spleen is chiefly located in which abdominal region?
Hypogastric region
Left hypochondriac region
Left iliac region
Right hypochondriac region
The spleen sits in the left hypochondriac region beneath the diaphragm and behind the stomach. It is protected by the 9th to 11th ribs. Trauma to the left hypochondriac region can put the spleen at risk for laceration.
The transverse colon crosses which abdominal region most centrally?
Umbilical region
Left lumbar region
Epigastric region
Right lumbar region
The transverse colon travels horizontally across the abdomen, passing mainly through the umbilical region. It connects the ascending colon on the right to the descending colon on the left. Inflammation here may manifest as central abdominal discomfort.
Which region contains the sigmoid colon?
Left lumbar region
Hypogastric region
Left iliac region
Right iliac region
The sigmoid colon is located in the left iliac (inguinal) region of the lower abdomen. It is the S-shaped terminal portion of the large intestine before it connects to the rectum. Disorders like diverticulitis often present with pain here.
The majority of the pancreas lies in which region of the abdomen?
Epigastric region
Right lumbar region
Umbilical region
Left iliac region
The pancreas situates itself retroperitoneally across the posterior abdomen, mainly occupying the epigastric region. Its tail extends into the left hypochondriac region near the spleen. Pancreatitis often presents with epigastric pain radiating to the back.
Pain from cholelithiasis (gallstones) is most likely felt in which region?
Left hypochondriac region
Epigastric region
Hypogastric region
Right hypochondriac region
Gallstone pain, or biliary colic, typically arises in the right hypochondriac region where the gallbladder is located under the right lobe of the liver. The pain may radiate to the right scapula.
Which region encompasses the urinary bladder when it is distended?
Umbilical region
Right iliac region
Hypogastric region
Left lumbar region
When the urinary bladder is full, it ascends from the pelvic cavity into the hypogastric region. Normally, the bladder lies within the pelvic cavity below the hypogastric region. Distension pushes it into the lower central abdomen.
Colicky pain in the right lumbar region radiating to the groin most likely indicates which condition?
Appendicitis
Diverticulitis
Kidney stone (renal colic)
Cholecystitis
Renal colic from kidney stones often presents as severe, intermittent pain in the flank or right lumbar region that can radiate to the groin. The pain is typically sharp and comes in waves as the stone moves through the ureter. Imaging of the renal tract confirms the diagnosis.
Diverticulitis in the descending colon typically presents as pain in which abdominal region?
Hypogastric region
Epigastric region
Left lumbar region
Right iliac region
Diverticulitis of the descending colon most commonly causes pain in the left lumbar region since the descending colon runs down the left side of the abdomen. Patients may also have fever, leukocytosis, and changes in bowel habits. Imaging such as CT scan aids in diagnosis.
Pancreatitis typically causes severe pain in which region that often radiates to the back?
Left iliac region
Epigastric region
Right hypochondriac region
Hypogastric region
Acute pancreatitis pain classically localizes to the epigastric region and can radiate to the back due to the retroperitoneal location of the pancreas. Patients often describe the pain as constant and severe. Amylase and lipase levels are elevated in the blood.
Early appendicitis pain often starts in which region before shifting to the right iliac region?
Hypogastric region
Left lumbar region
Epigastric region
Umbilical region
In early appendicitis, visceral pain is referred to the umbilical region due to the midgut's innervation patterns. As inflammation progresses and irritates the parietal peritoneum, the pain localizes to the right iliac region at McBurney's point.
Pain and tenderness in the hypogastric region accompanied by suprapubic discomfort is most suggestive of which condition?
Gallstones
Peptic ulcer
Urinary tract infection (cystitis)
Splenic rupture
Cystitis or lower urinary tract infection often leads to suprapubic pain and tenderness in the hypogastric region. Patients may also experience urinary urgency, frequency, and dysuria. Urinalysis typically shows bacteriuria and pyuria.
Splenic flexure syndrome, causing gas and pain, is felt in which region?
Umbilical region
Right hypochondriac region
Left hypochondriac region
Hypogastric region
The splenic flexure of the colon is located in the left hypochondriac region beneath the spleen and diaphragm. When gas accumulates here, patients experience discomfort and bloating in the upper left abdomen.
Pain from peptic ulcer disease is typically described in which abdominal region?
Epigastric region
Hypogastric region
Right lumbar region
Left iliac region
Peptic ulcer pain often presents as burning or gnawing discomfort in the epigastric region. It may be relieved by eating if the ulcer is duodenal or worsened if gastric. Endoscopy confirms the diagnosis.
Herniation through the inguinal canal appears externally in which region?
Right lumbar region
Right iliac region
Hypogastric region
Epigastric region
Inguinal hernias protrude through the inguinal canal and often present as bulges in the right or left iliac (inguinal) regions. They can extend into the scrotum in males. Physical examination of the inguinal region is key for diagnosis.
Midgut ischemia often causes pain in the central abdominal area, especially the ________ region.
Left lumbar region
Hypogastric region
Epigastric region
Umbilical region
Acute midgut ischemia typically leads to pain in the periumbilical or umbilical region, reflecting the midgut's visceral innervation. The pain is usually severe, sudden in onset, and disproportionate to examination findings.
The gastrohepatic ligament is found within which abdominal region?
Epigastric region
Right hypochondriac region
Umbilical region
Hypogastric region
The gastrohepatic ligament is part of the lesser omentum that connects the liver to the lesser curvature of the stomach and lies within the epigastric region. It contains the left gastric artery.
The superior mesenteric artery emerges behind the neck of the pancreas into which abdominal region?
Epigastric region
Left lumbar region
Umbilical region
Hypogastric region
The superior mesenteric artery arises from the abdominal aorta just inferior to the celiac trunk at the level of L1, emerging into the umbilical region. It supplies midgut structures including the small intestine and proximal large intestine.
The deep inguinal ring is anatomically located in which abdominal region?
Left lumbar region
Right iliac region
Hypogastric region
Epigastric region
The deep inguinal ring is an opening in the transversalis fascia located in the right (or left) iliac region, roughly one-third of the distance from the anterior superior iliac spine to the pubic symphysis. It allows passage of the spermatic cord in males.
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Study Outcomes

  1. Understand Abdominal Quadrant Anatomy -

    Grasp the layout and boundaries of the 9 abdominal quadrants to build a solid foundation in regions of the abdominal cavity.

  2. Identify Key Organs by Quadrant -

    Pinpoint the major abdominal quadrants organs, reinforcing your ability to locate each organ within its specific region.

  3. Differentiate Abdominal Regions -

    Distinguish between the various abdominal regions organs and recognize their clinical significance in diagnosis and treatment.

  4. Map Organ Relationships -

    Visualize spatial relationships among organs in the abdominopelvic regions, enhancing your three-dimensional understanding of anatomy.

  5. Apply Clinical Context -

    Utilize your knowledge of organs by quadrant to interpret patient symptoms and localize potential sources of pain or dysfunction.

  6. Reinforce Anatomical Terminology -

    Master key terms related to abdominal quadrants and regions of abdominal cavity for clear, professional communication in medical settings.

Cheat Sheet

  1. Distinguishing the 9 Abdominopelvic Regions -

    Partition the abdomen into 9 abdominal regions by drawing two vertical midclavicular lines and two horizontal lines (transpyloric and transtubercular) to improve localization of abdominal quadrants organs. This system offers finer precision than the four-quadrant approach for clinical diagnosis and imaging. Gray's Anatomy (41st ed.) details these boundaries for reliable reference.

  2. Upper Row Regions: Right Hypochondriac, Epigastric, Left Hypochondriac -

    The right hypochondriac region contains the liver and gallbladder, the epigastric region covers the stomach and part of the pancreas, and the left hypochondriac region houses the spleen and splenic flexure of the colon. Use the mnemonic "LGS-Fl" (Liver & Gallbladder - Stomach & Pancreas - Spleen & Flexure) to recall organs by quadrant in the top row. University of Michigan anatomy materials confirm these associations during abdominal exams.

  3. Middle Row Regions: Right Lumbar, Umbilical, Left Lumbar -

    In the right lumbar region find the ascending colon and right kidney, the umbilical region surrounds the small intestine and transverse colon, and the left lumbar region includes the descending colon and left kidney. Remember "ACK-UDC" (Ascending Colon & Kidney - Umbilical Digestive Contents - Descending Colon) as a quick mnemonic for these abdominal regions organs. Johns Hopkins Medicine's clinical resources outline these landmarks in abdominal palpation.

  4. Lower Row Regions: Right Iliac, Hypogastric, Left Iliac -

    The right iliac (inguinal) region contains the cecum and appendix, the hypogastric (pubic) region overlies the urinary bladder and uterus, and the left iliac region houses the sigmoid colon. A simple "CUS" mnemonic (Cecum & Appendix - Urinary bladder & uterus - Sigmoid) ties each region to its key organs by quadrant. Elsevier's Clinical Anatomy guides recommend these associations for quick recall during patient assessments.

  5. Clinical Application & Palpation Techniques -

    Linking regions of the abdominal cavity to specific organs by quadrant sharpens diagnostic accuracy - tenderness in the right iliac region often signals appendicitis, while left hypochondriac pain may point to splenic injury. Practice systematic palpation moving from one region to the next, as advocated by the American College of Physicians, to detect organomegaly or masses. Combine this framework with referred pain pathways for comprehensive clinical evaluation.

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