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Umbilical Vein.
Umbilical Vein - as a noun
A vein in the umbilical cord; returns nutrient blood from the placenta to the fetus
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
vena umbilicalisExample Sentences
"The umbilical vein carries oxygenated blood from the placenta to the fetus."
"The umbilical vein is one of the three major blood vessels in the umbilical cord."
"During pregnancy, the umbilical vein is responsible for supplying vital nutrients to the growing baby."
"The umbilical vein connects the fetus's abdomen to the placenta."
"Medical professionals often use the umbilical vein to administer medications or draw blood from newborn babies."