10 Questions
Which structure shunts highly oxygenated blood from the right atrium to the left atrium?
Foramen Ovale
What is the function of the Ductus Arteriosus in fetal circulation?
Protects lungs against circulatory overload
What carries oxygenated blood towards the heart in fetal circulation?
Umbilical arteries
What is the function of the umbilical vein in fetal circulation?
Carries oxygenated blood towards the heart
Which artery carries mostly moderately oxygen saturated blood in fetal circulation?
Ductus Arteriosus
What does the umbilical cord connect the fetus to in fetal circulation?
Placenta
What is the role of the placenta in fetal circulation?
Provides nutrition and oxygen to the fetus
What is the main function of the umbilical arteries in fetal circulation?
Carry deoxygenated blood away from the heart towards the placenta
What is a significant difference between fetal and adult circulation?
Umbilical arteries carry deoxygenated blood in fetal circulation but carry oxygenated blood in adult circulation.
What happens to waste products and carbon dioxide from the fetus in fetal circulation?
They are sent back through the placenta to be removed from mother's circulation.
Test your knowledge of temporary structures of the heart in fetal circulation and major arteries with this quiz. Learn about placenta, umbilical cord, ductus venosus, foramen ovale, ductus arteriosus, aorta, and pulmonary artery.
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