…..is the another term used for the umbilical cord (Solved MCQ)

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5 days ago

…..is the another term used for the umbilical cord

A. Funis
B. Chorion
C. Onphalon
D. Amnion

Correct Answer: A. Funis

Explanation

Funis is another term used for the umbilical cord.

The word funis comes from Latin and means rope or cord.
In embryology and obstetrics, the umbilical cord is often referred to as the funis (funis umbilicalis).
The funis/umbilical cord connects the fetus to the placenta.
It contains two umbilical arteries and one umbilical vein, surrounded by Wharton’s jelly, which protects the blood vessels.
Its main function is to transport oxygen and nutrients from the mother to the fetus and carry waste products from the fetus to the mother.

✅ Correct answer: Funis

Other Options Details

Here is a clear explanation of all the options related to fetal membranes and the umbilical cord:

Funis is another name for the umbilical cord.
It connects the fetus to the placenta.
It contains two umbilical arteries and one umbilical vein.
Its main function is to transport oxygen, nutrients, and antibodies to the fetus and carry carbon dioxide and waste products back to the placenta.
It is protected by Wharton’s jelly, which prevents compression of blood vessels.

Chorion is the outermost fetal membrane.
It forms the fetal part of the placenta.
Chorionic villi develop from the chorion and help in exchange of gases, nutrients, and waste products between mother and fetus.
It plays a major role in implantation and placental formation.

Omphalon refers to the umbilicus (navel).
It is the point on the fetal abdomen where the umbilical cord attaches.
After birth, when the umbilical cord is cut, the omphalon becomes the navel.
It does not perform transport functions.

Amnion is the innermost fetal membrane.
It encloses the amniotic cavity, which is filled with amniotic fluid.
Functions of the amnion and amniotic fluid include:
- Protecting the fetus from injury
- Allowing free fetal movement
- Maintaining constant temperature
- Preventing infection

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Writer: Vandita Singh, Lucknow (GS India Nursing Group