Multiple choice

Which of the following statements is true concerning the function of the fetal adrenal glands and kidneys?

  1. Fetal corticoids stimulate the production of pulmonary surfactant by alveolar type II cells.

  2. The fetal zone of the adrenal gland produces huge amount of testosterone.

  3. The regulation of acid-base balance of the fetus is govern by the kidneys.

  4. The fetal kidneys starts producing a hypertonic urine after about 6 to 8 weeks of gestation.
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Explanation

It is the correct statement. In foetus, the kidney participates in whole-body homeostasis regulating acid-base balance, electrolyte concentrations and extracellular fluid volume.

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