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Supraglenoid Tubercle
Skeletal System

Supraglenoid Tubercle

Tuberculum supraglenoideum

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Description

The supraglenoid tubercle (supraglenoid tuberosity) is the small, rough prominence found along the superior portion of the head of the scapula. It is located superior to the glenoid fossa and provides an origin site for the long head of biceps brachii muscle.

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