The spleen varies in size and shape between people, but it\u2019s commonly fist-shaped, purple, and about 4 inches long. Because the spleen is protected by the rib cage, you can\u2019t easily feel it unless it\u2019s abnormally enlarged. The spleen plays multiple supporting roles in the body.<\/p>\n
\nThe spleen is an organ in the upper far left part of the abdomen, to the left of the stomach. The spleen varies in size and shape between people, but it\u2019s commonly fist-shaped, purple, and about 4 inches long. … The spleen also helps fight certain kinds of bacteria that cause pneumonia and meningitis.<\/p>\n
\nMagnetic resonance imaging (MRI): Magnetic waves create highly detailed images of the abdomen. By using contrast dye, blood flow to the spleen can also be measured with MRI. Bone marrow biopsy: A needle is inserted into a large bone (such as the pelvis) and a sample of bone marrow is taken out.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"