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amniotic fluid

 
Sci-Tech Dictionary: amniotic fluid
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(¦am·nē¦äd·ik ′flü·əd)

(physiology) A substance that fills the amnion to protect the embryo from desiccation and shock.

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(am′nē-ot′ik)
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A serum within the amniotic sac in which the embryo is immersed and cushioned.

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(am-nee-ot-ik)

The fluid, resembling salt water, contained in the amniotic sac; the embryo or fetus floats in the amniotic fluid.

 
 

 

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