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Umbilical Cord and Amnion
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Note:The umbilical cord passes through the amnion to reach the placenta. Within the umbilical cord, the umbilical vein is larger than the umbilical arteries. It is also brighter in color because the blood it carries holds more oxygen.Label Key:1. amnion 2. umbilical artery 3. placental vessels 4. umbilical vein | ||
| All ages referenced to fertilization, not last menstrual period. |
Right Lower Limb
The Umbilical Cord
Umbilical Cord and Amnion
The Liver and Beating Heart
Right Hand and Nipple
The Heart and Brain
