NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

EMBRYOLOGY

FERTILISATION EARLY DEVELOPMENT OF EMBRYO AND IMPLANTATION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The developing embryo is connected to the placenta by
A
the spinal cord
B
the umbilical cord
C
the amniotic fluid
D
the developing nerves
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The umbilical cord is the vital connection between the fetus and the placenta. Umbilical cord development begins in the embryologic period around week 3 with the formation of the connecting stalk.

Detailed explanation-2: -Marginal cord insertion is a type of abnormal umbilical cord attachment during pregnancy. The umbilical cord is the lifeline that connects a fetus to its mother (birthing parent) via a shared organ called the placenta.

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