MDCAT Biology MCQ #2137

In a patient with a patent ductus arteriosus, which vessel is responsible for shunting blood from the aorta to the pulmonary artery?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #2137

  1. Question 1

    Q1. In a patient with a patent ductus arteriosus, which vessel is responsible for shunting blood from the aorta to the pulmonary artery?

    • A) Pulmonary vein
    • B) Ductus arteriosus
    • C) Pulmonary artery
    • D) Aortic arch

    Answer: Ductus arteriosus

    Explanation: Ductus arteriosus shunts blood from aorta to pulmonary artery when patent; pulmonary vein is not directly involved.