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Vocabulary Term Details

Foetal membranes

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fetal_membranes)

The foetal membranes, or chorioamniotic membranes, are the amnion and chorion which surround and protect a developing fetus. (Wikipedia)

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Broader TermsNarrower TermsRelated Terms
Membranes
Amnion
Yolk sac
Foetus

This term is used for the following terms: 
Chorioamniotic membranes
Fetal membranes

Approved Date
19-Apr-2013

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