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Slideshow: Clinical Highlights

The Umbilical Cord

#163, Slide 57 of 58

11 weeks, 3 days

From The Biology of Prenatal Development.Buy Now

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The umbilical vein's large size and bright red color makes it easy to recognize. The coils of the umbilical cord are also easily seen.

Label Key:

1. umbilical vein
2. umbilical arteries
All ages referenced to fertilization, not last menstrual period.
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