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Vena Umbilicalis (Noun)

Meaning

A vein in the umbilical cord; returns nutrient blood from the placenta to the fetus.

Classification

Nouns denoting body parts.

Examples

  • The vena umbilicalis plays a vital role in supplying the fetus with essential nutrients during fetal development.
  • After birth, the vena umbilicalis obliterates and forms the round ligament of the liver in the adult.
  • During pregnancy, the vena umbilicalis pumps deoxygenated blood from the fetus to the placenta to pick up oxygen and nutrients.
  • The vena umbilicalis branches off into smaller veins that distribute nutrients to the developing fetus.
  • In some cases of fetal development, the vena umbilicalis may be affected by certain abnormalities or conditions.

Synonyms

  • Umbilical Vein

Hypernyms

  • Venous Blood Vessel
  • Vein
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