What Vessel in the Fetus Connects the Pulmonary Trunk to the Aortic

question 27

Multiple Choice

What vessel in the fetus connects the pulmonary trunk to the aortic arch so that most of the blood bypasses the immature lungs?

• A) ductus arteriosus
• B) umbilical vein
• C) foramen ovale
• D) ductus venosus

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