The Umbilical Cord Flashcards by Mia S | Brainscape

Q

What is the umbilical cord of the foetus?

A

a flexible cord extending from its abdomen to the placenta
joins the foetus to its mother

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What does the umbilical cord contain?

A

2 umbilical arteries
a single umbilical vein

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What is the function of the umbilical arteries?

A

leaves the foetus carrying waste (carbon dioxide and other excretory waste products)
which diffuse into the mother’s blood and are excreted

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What is the function of the umbilical vein?

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enters the foetus carrying oxygenated blood and nutrients (such as glucose and amino acids) from the mother

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