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Exam questionKROK 1Medicine · 2019

A histological specimen shows significant amount of mucous connective tissue (Wharton’s jelly), vessels, as well as remnants of yolk sac stalk and allantois. Name this organ:

Answer options

  1. Umbilical cord
  2. Vermiform appendix
  3. Urethra
  4. Esophagus
  5. Ureter
Correct answer

Umbilical cord

Explanation

A histological specimen shows significant amount of mucous connective tissue (Wharton’s jelly), vessels, as well as residual yolk and allantois. Name this organ:Wharton's jelly is a gelatinous substance within the umbilical cord.

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