The inferior vena cava
A
Leaves the abdomen via the caval opening of the diaphragm at the level of the 8th thoracic vertebra
B
Receives several hepatic veins
C
Is formed on the front of the 3rd lumbar vertebra by the union of the two common iliac veins
D
Receives tributaries from both gonadal veins
E
Lies to the left of the aorta
Correct Answer: Leaves the abdomen via the caval opening of the diaphragm at the level of the 8th thoracic vertebra, Receives several hepatic veins