Later Development, Develop. Physiol., Dr. D. Penney

Table 3.04 - Is the Fetus Experiencing Mt. Everest in Utero? Because -

• Hb concentration and O₂ carrying capacity are high and the ODC is left-shifted

• Blood O₂ saturation, content and tension lower in the fetus than in the adult

• Fetuses are more tolerant of asphyxia

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