Question

Why is umbilical cord preserved after the birth?

• A. It is a source of RBC.
• B. It has a greater content of blood plasma.
• C. It is a source of stem cells.
• D. All of the above.

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

It is a source of stem cells.

Stem cells are found in all organisms and are capable of dividing to form new cells which can be differentiated into various types of specialised cells. The umbilical cord is the structure which attaches the fetus with the placenta in the maternal womb. The umbilical cord contains the embryonic stem cells which can be used for the treatment of disorders during the life of an individual. The umbilical cord can be preserved during the child birth.

Thus, the correct answer is option C.