The last part of the oviduct that joins the uterus is called
A
Ampulla
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B
Infundibulum
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C
Fimbriae
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D
Isthmus
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Solution
The correct option is D Isthmus
Fallopian tube
Oviducts or fallopian tubes are one of the accessory ducts in the female reproductive system. It possesses fimbriae, infundibulum, ampulla and isthmus.
Infundibulum
Infundibulum is the funnel shaped part of the fallopian tube present closer to the ovary.
Fimbriae
Fimbriae are the finger-like projections present at the margins of the infundibulum and collect ova from the ovary during ovulation.
Ampulla
Ampulla is the widest part of the fallopian tube present between the infundibulum and isthmus.
Isthmus
Isthmus is the narrowest part of the fallopian tube which connects the fallopian tube to the uterus.