Human Embryology Week 4 Overview

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What is formed as a result of the folding of the neural plate?

Limb Buds

Neural Tube (correct)

Somites

Pharyngeal Arches

What key structures develop from somites?

Vertebrae and Ribs (correct)

Limb Muscles Only

Digestive Organs

Eyes and Ears

Which of the following conditions is associated with problems in neural tube formation?

Holoprosencephaly

Cleft Palate

Anencephaly (correct)

Hirschsprung Disease

What developmental potential do limb buds have?

To develop into arms and legs Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the neural tube undergoes cranial closure first?

Cranial End Signup and view all the answers

What type of cells are formed from the folds of the neural tube?

Neural Crest Cells Signup and view all the answers

How many somites typically form during Week 4 of development?

20-25 Signup and view all the answers

Which embryonic structure primarily determines the segmented body plan of the embryo?

Somites Signup and view all the answers

What structures are primarily formed from the sclerotome component of the somite?

Vertebrae and ribs Signup and view all the answers

During week 4 of development, which significant event occurs related to the primitive heart tube?

It begins to beat, initiating blood circulation Signup and view all the answers

What are the derivatives of the first pharyngeal arch?

Malleus and Incus Signup and view all the answers

Which cranial nerve supplies the muscles formed from the second pharyngeal arch?

Facial (CN VII) Signup and view all the answers

What early development marks the initial formation of limb structures in week 4?

Appearance of limb buds Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary function of the circulation initiated by the beating heart in week 4?

To provide nutrients and oxygen to tissues Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following structures does NOT develop from the pharyngeal arches?

Vertebrae Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle groups are primarily developed from the myotome component of the somite?

Epaxial and hypaxial muscles Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Human Embryology - Week 4 Development

Learning Outcomes: Students will understand neural tube development, somite formation, heart development, pharyngeal arch formation, and limb bud development during week 4 of embryo development.

Neurulation: Neural Tube Formation (Week 4)

Neural tube formation is critical for central nervous system (CNS) development.
The neural plate folds into a neural tube, forming brain and spinal cord.
Cranial closure begins at the head end of the tube.
Caudal closure occurs towards the tail end of the tube.
Neural crest cells form from neural tube folds, developing into peripheral nerves and facial bones.
Clinical Correlation: Problems with neurulation can lead to spina bifida and anencephaly.

Somite Formation (Week 4)

20-25 somites form during week 4, giving rise to various tissues and structures.
Somites are blocks of mesoderm alongside the neural tube.
They contribute to axial skeleton (vertebrae and ribs) and skeletal musculature.
Somites define the segmented body plan of the embryo.
Sclerotome: Forms vertebrae, ribs, and intervertebral discs (axial skeleton).
Dermatome: Forms the dermis of the skin (segmental body regions).
Myotome: Forms skeletal muscles of the back, trunk, and limbs (epaxial and hypaxial muscles)

Heart Development (Week 4)

The primitive heart tube starts beating in week 4, initiating blood circulation.
The heart tube initially develops linearly but loops to form heart chambers.
Blood is pumped from the primitive heart to various parts of the embryo for nutrient and oxygen delivery.

Pharyngeal Arches (Week 4)

The first two pairs of pharyngeal arches appear in week 4.
These arches eventually give rise to head and neck structures, including bones, muscles, and nerves.
1st arch: Develops into maxilla, mandible, and muscles of mastication.
2nd arch: Develops into stapes of ear and facial expression muscles.
Cartilage Derivatives: Malleus, Incus, Mandible, Ligaments
Muscle Derivatives: Mastication, Mylohyoid, Tensor, Facial Expression, Stapedius, Stylohyoid
Nerve Supply: Mandibular (CN V3), Facial (CN VII)
Arterial Derivatives: Maxillary, Stapedial, Hyoid
These arches form various head and neck tissues.

Limb Bud Formation (Week 4)

Limb buds form in week 4, marking the start of limb development.
Upper limb buds appear slightly earlier than lower limb buds.
Limb buds are composed primarily of mesoderm, which develops into bones and muscles, and ectoderm, which develops into skin.
Limb buds elongate and differentiate into arms and legs, with fingers and toes developing later in embryonic development.

Summary of Key Events (Week 4)

Neurulation forms brain and spinal cord.
Somites form axial skeleton and musculature.
Heart begins beating and blood circulation starts.
Pharyngeal arches form head and neck structures.
Limb buds initiate arm and leg development.

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This quiz covers the crucial developments that occur during the fourth week of human embryology, including neural tube formation, somite development, and early heart formation. Understand the significance of these processes and their clinical correlations, like spina bifida and anencephaly.