Serratus Anterior

Tendons:

Origin: Outer surface of upper 8 or 9 ribs

Insertion: Costal surface of vertebral border of the Scapula

Function: Abducts scapula at the Scapulothoracic Joint; raises ribs when scapula is fixed

Nerve: Long Thoracic Nerve

Artery: Lateral thoracic artery

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