Principles of Anatomy and Physiology
Principles of Anatomy and Physiology
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ISBN: 9781119329398
Author: Gerard J Tortora, Bryan Derrickson
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc
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Chapter 21, Problem 38CP
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The physiology and anatomy of fetal circulation and the functions of foramen ovale, umbilical arteries, ductus arteriosus, umbilical vein, and ductus venosus.

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The blood circulation that occurs in a fetus (unborn baby) is termed as fetal circulation. The special structures in fetal circulation enable developing embryo to exchange materials like nutrients with its mother.

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