Q153 / 180 · NEET 2015 (Phase 2) · Zoology

Ectopic pregnancies are referred to as :

  • Correct answer
    A
    Implantation of embryo at site other than uterus
  • B
    Implantation of defective embryo in the uterus
  • C
    Pregnancies terminated due to hormonal imbalance
  • D
    Pregnancies with genetic abnormality.

Solution

Any extra-uterine pregnancy is known as ectopic pregnancy. Implantation can occur in the wall of abdominal cavity and ovaries, but 90-95% of ectopic pregnancies are tubal pregnancy, where implantation occurs in the fallopian tube.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.

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