True regarding superfecundation is? – Forensic MCQ
Which of the following is true regarding superfecundation?
A. Fertilization of a second ovum in a woman who is already pregnant
B. Occurs in bipartite uterus
C. Both ova do not always develop to maturity
D. The second foetus is born later as a mature child
Correct answer : C. Both ova do not always develop to maturity
- Superfecundation is fertilization of 2 ova discharged from the ovary at the same period by 2 separate acts of coitus committed at short intervals.
- Both ova do not always develop to maturity.
- One foetus may get aborted early or die and get retained until labour.
- Fertilization of a second ovum in a woman who is already pregnant is superfoetation.
- It can occurs in a bipartite uterus.
Ref: The Essentials of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Dr. K. S. Narayan Reddy, 26th edition, p343.
