QuestionSBA
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The cremasteric reflex tests the L1 spinal level.
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b
T10
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The cremasteric reflex tests the L1 spinal level.
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d
T9
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The cremasteric reflex tests the spinal level L1. It is characterized by the ipsilateral testicular retraction upon stroking the superior medial thigh. It is absent in patients with testicular torsion which is what this patient is presenting with.
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a
L1
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The cremasteric reflex tests the L1 spinal level.
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e
S2
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The cremasteric reflex tests the L1 spinal level.
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c
L3
Concept
Chapter
2693
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Testicular Torsion
Topic
143
Urology
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A 23-year-old male presents to A&E complaining of sudden onset severe testicular pain. The patient is noted to have an absent cremasteric reflex.

Which spinal level is implicated in this reflex?
a