11.4 Pregnancy, Partuition, And Late Foetal Development Flashcards
1
Q
What type of nutrition is the early embryo dependent on?
A
Histiotrophic
2
Q
What is histiotrophic nutrition?
A
Derivation of nutrients from the breakdown of surrounding tissues
3
Q
Why is the embryo-foetal growth during the first trimester relatively limited?
A
Early embryo nutrition is histiotrophic
4
Q
Why is there such a large increase in foetal growth between the first and second trimester?
A
Switch to haemortrophic support at start of second trimester
