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How heavy is the spleen?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

About 6 oz(~180 gms): That's the average weight in a healthy adult , weight can vary with different states, infection for instance, when the spleen enlarges to fight it, or disease states affecting the spleen itself, wish you wellness

Answered 1/5/2019

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