This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Lower limb, Subject name: Anatomy
All the following aeries are involved in Cruciate Anastomosis except 
Select and explain. 
A. Inferior Gluteal Aery, B. Medial Circumflex Femoral Aery, C. Lateral Circumflex Femoral Aery, D. Superior Gluteal Aery
D: Superior Gluteal Aery
Answer: D: Superior Gluteal Aery 
Explanation: Cruciate Anastomosis:This anastomosis is situated over the upper pa of the back of the femur at the level of the middle of the lesser trochanter.It is formed (1) from above by the anastomotic branch of the inferior gluteal aery, (2) from below by the ascending branch of the first perforating aery, (3) medially by the transverse branch of the medial circumflex femoral aery, and (4) laterally by the transverse branch of the lateral circumflex femoral aery. This anastomosis is a connection between the internal iliac and femoral aeries.Reference: Chaurasia Volume II; 6th edition; Page no: 79