Which two features of the fetal circulation system allows the blood to bypass the lungs?

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Which two features of the fetal circulation system allows the blood to bypass the lungs?

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The fetal blood and cardiovascular system are adapted to the intrauterine environment. The amount of oxygen-carrying hemoglobin in fetal red blood cells is higher compared to the red blood cells in the maternal body.

 

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