| amniocentesis |
The sampling of amniotic fluid by inserting a hollow needle.
출처: www.biotech.ca/EN/glossary.html
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| amniotic fluid |
the fluid that surrounds the foetus in the womb, protecting it and the umbilical cord from trauma or compression. Amniotic fluid is also essential for the development of the gastro-intestinal, pulmonary and skeletal systems. It is made up of a variety of substances, including foetal urine and skin and pulmonary secretions. Amniotic fluid is replaced at a rate of once every three hours.
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| amniotic sac |
a fluid-filled pouch in the uterus, made of a membrane called the amnion, which encloses the embryo and protects it from trauma. When a pregnant woman's 'waters break', the amniotic sac has ruptured, releasing the fluid within.
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| amniotomy |
the artificial breaking of the amniotic sac of waters. Some use it as a method of induction; some use it in conjunction with pitocin to speed up labor. Increases the risk of prolapsed umbilical cord and infection and can make labor much harder and more intense. Amniotomy is often routine for many labors but its use has come under increased fire in the past few years and should be carefully considered before using. ...
출처: www.plus-size-pregnancy.org/gd/gdglossary.htm
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| amniocentesis |
A procedure in which a small amount of amniotic fluid (fluid around the baby) is removed through a needle from the fluid filled sac, in which the baby is living. It is done at about 16 weeks of pregnancy. The fluid is studied for chromosomal and other biochemical abnormalities that may affect the health and well being of the baby.
출처: repro-med.net/glossary.php
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