How many arteries are there in an umbilical cord ........

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How many arteries are there in an umbilical cord?

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SSC CGL 13th August 2021 Shift-3

One

Two

Four

Three

- The umbilical cord usually contains two arteries and one vein. This arrangement is essential for fetal circulation.

- Option 1: One - Incorrect. The umbilical artery is typically present in pairs.

- Option 2: Two - Correct. The standard umbilical cord structure includes two arteries.

- Option 3: Four - Incorrect. There are not four arteries in a normal umbilical cord.

- Option 4: Three - Incorrect. This might be confused with the total structure, which includes two arteries and one vein.

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