Fusion of gametes takes place in which of the following parts of the fallopian tube?
A
Infundibulum
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B
Isthmus
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C
Interstitial part
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D
Ampulla
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Solution
The correct option is D Ampulla Fallopian tube from lateral to medial consists of 4 parts:
i. Infundibulum → Closest to the ovary and has fimbriae to capture the ovum and direct into the fallopian tube.
ii. Ampulla → Site of fertilisation or fusion of gametes
iii. Isthmus → Narrowest part
iv. Interstitial part → closest to uterus