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What is the primary source of amniotic fluid production during the second and third trimesters?

  • Fetal lung liquid secretion
  • Maternal plasma filtration
  • Secretions from fetal oral and nasal cavities
  • Fetal urine production (correct)

    • Which of the following is a minor source of amniotic fluid clearance?

  • Intramembranous pathway
  • Fetal lung liquid absorption
  • Transmembranous pathway (correct)
  • Fetal swallowing

    • What is the primary role of aquaporins in amniotic fluid regulation?

  • Controlling fetal lung liquid secretion
  • Mediating intramembranous fluid resorption (correct)
  • Facilitating water transport across the placenta
  • Regulating fetal urine production

    • Which of the following is a major pathway for amniotic fluid clearance?

    <p>Fetal swallowing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the embryonic and early fetal period, what type of fluid fills the exocoelomic cavity?

    <p>Coelomic fluid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of amniotic fluid during pregnancy?

    <p>Cushioning and protecting the fetus from trauma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a minor source of amniotic fluid production?

    <p>Secretions from fetal oral and nasal cavities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the intramembranous pathway in amniotic fluid regulation?

    <p>Regulating the volume of amniotic fluid through fluid resorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a major source of amniotic fluid clearance?

    <p>Fetal swallowing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the amniotic fluid during the first trimester?

    <p>Facilitating fetal movement and growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary pathway through which amniotic fluid exchanges occur between the amniotic cavity and fetal blood?

    <p>Intramembranous pathway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a source of amniotic fluid production near term?

    <p>Placental fluid secretion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate daily volume of amniotic fluid that is replaced in the third trimester?

    <p>1000 mL/day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key factor in maintaining amniotic fluid volume homeostasis?

    <p>Intramembranous pathway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate range of fetal urine production per day near term?

    <p>800-1200 mL/day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a risk factor for insufficient amniotic fluid in the pregnant person?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of aquaporins in the context of amniotic fluid regulation?

    <p>Facilitate fluid resorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a risk factor for excess amniotic fluid in the fetus?

    <p>Urinary/renal abnormalities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate daily volume of fetal swallowing near term?

    <p>500-1000 mL/day</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a source of amniotic fluid clearance near term?

    <p>Placental reabsorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of aquaporins in amniotic fluid resorption?

    <p>Transporting water across the amniotic membrane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of abnormalities in amniotic fluid volume?

    <p>They are associated with adverse perinatal outcomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor can influence the results of amniotic fluid assessment?

    <p>Fetal position and/or movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what point does amniotic fluid volume typically start to decrease?

    <p>Around term pregnancy period</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does AFI stand for in amniotic fluid assessment?

    <p>Amniotic Fluid Index</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the normal range for a Deepest Vertical Pocket (DVP) in terms of amniotic fluid assessment?

    <p>$2-8$ cm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which pathway involves active transport for amniotic fluid production?

    <p>Transmembranous pathway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Oligohydramnios a term used to describe?

    <p>$5$ cm or less of amniotic fluid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    "Automated ultrasound assessment of amniotic fluid index using deep learning" was published in which journal?

    <p>&quot;Med Image Anal&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    "Water Flux and Amniotic Fluid Volume: Understanding Fetal Water Flow" was published in which journal?

    <p>&quot;Nephrology and Fluid/Electrolyte Physiology&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a source of amniotic fluid production?

    <p>Maternal plasma ultrafiltrate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The transmembranous pathway of amniotic fluid formation involves which of the following processes?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following aquaporins plays a crucial role in amniotic fluid resorption?

    <p>Aquaporin 8</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The intramembranous pathway of amniotic fluid formation involves which of the following processes?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a source of amniotic fluid clearance?

    <p>Maternal renal clearance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about aquaporins in amniotic fluid regulation is INCORRECT?

    <p>Aquaporin 1 is the primary aquaporin involved in amniotic fluid regulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about the transmembranous pathway of amniotic fluid formation is CORRECT?

    <p>It involves active transport of solutes across the amnion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about the intramembranous pathway of amniotic fluid formation is INCORRECT?

    <p>It is the primary pathway for amniotic fluid formation in late pregnancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about amniotic fluid clearance is CORRECT?

    <p>All of the above mechanisms contribute significantly to amniotic fluid clearance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about aquaporins in amniotic fluid regulation is CORRECT?

    <p>Aquaporin 9 is involved in amniotic fluid resorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Amniotic Fluid Regulation

    • Amniotic fluid surrounds the fetus after the first few weeks of gestation and throughout intrauterine development, derived almost entirely from the fetus throughout most of pregnancy.

    Functions of Amniotic Fluid

    • Cushions and protects the fetus against trauma
    • Has antibacterial properties to protect against infections
    • Provides space for fetal movement and growth
    • Acts as a reservoir capacity, providing a short-term source of fluid and nutrients to the fetus
    • Maintains a consistent temperature and pressure
    • Necessary for fetal lung, musculoskeletal, and gastrointestinal development

    Amniotic Fluid Development

    • In the first trimester, the embryo resides in two fluid-filled sacs: the exocoelomic and inner amniotic cavities
    • Coelomic fluid fills the exocoelomic cavity, reaching a maximum volume at 10 weeks and then disappearing by 12-14 weeks
    • Amniotic fluid composition is different from coelomic fluid and maternal plasma
    • Fetal urine enters the amniotic cavity, and the fetus swallows amniotic fluid, contributing to fluid volume regulation

    Production and Clearance Sources

    • Production sources:
      • Major: Fetal urine and lung liquid
      • Minor: Secretions from fetal oral-nasal cavities
    • Clearance sources:
      • Major: Fetal swallowing and intramembranous pathway
      • Minor: Transmembranous pathway

    Amniotic Fluid Regulation

    • Volume does not significantly change on a daily basis
    • Amniotic fluid constantly cycles in and out of the amniotic cavity via production and removal, completing a full replacement in 24 hours at approximately 1000 mL/day
    • Amount of fluid in the third trimester varies, with little change from 24 weeks until near term, then decreasing after 40 weeks gestation

    Daily Amniotic Volume Flows

    • Fetal urine production: 800-1200 mL/day
    • Fetal lung liquid secretion: 170 mL/day
    • Fetal swallowing: 500-1000 mL/day
    • Intramembranous flow: 200-400 mL/day
    • Oral-nasal secretions: 25 mL/day
    • Transmembranous flow: 10 mL/day

    Risk Factors

    • Insufficient fluid:
      • Pregnant person: Hyperglycemia, dehydration
      • Fetus: Severe anemia, urinary/renal abnormalities, cardiac failure, growth restriction
    • Excess fluid:
      • Pregnant person: Hypertension
      • Fetus: Severe hypertension, obstructed swallowing, renal disorders, cardiac failure

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    Learn about the definition and functions of amniotic fluid in prenatal development. Understand its role in protecting the fetus, providing space for movement and growth, and serving as a source of nutrients. This quiz covers information from the lecture by in Spring 2024.

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