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How are alcohol and chemicals from cigareete smoke carried to the fetus?
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Does alcohol before pregnancy affect miscarriage rate?
Yes it can and it cannot. Due to the chemicals that are present in alcohol, a shrinkage of blood occurs within the fetus. This can quite possibly cause a miscarriage or some affect on the birthing period.
Harmful chemicals or viruses that can be transferred from a mother to her developing fetus are called?
Harmful chemicals or viruses that can be transferred from a mother to her developing fetus are called teratogens.
Where fetus is carried?
the womb or amniotic sac
What affects on the fetus of the alcohol?
Fetal alcohol syndrome. This includes decreased development of the fetus, intra-uterine growth retardation, mental retardation.
When will alcohol affect fetus?
From conception to birth.
What effects does alcohol have on the fetus?
go to mayoclinic look up fetal alcohol syndrome
Why can it be harmful to the fetus for a pregnant woman that handles dangerous chemicals?
The chemicals can be absorbed by the mother and transferred to the fetus. The chemicals can have a major impact on the development of the child and cause birth defects. The full impact is not known, other than it has never been good.
Does chemicals from cigarette smoke pass through the placenta to the fetus?
I am sure that it does.
Can you drink alcohol during your first trimester?
Alcohol consumption anytime in a pregnancy is dangerous to the fetus
Can a fetus ever rid itself of alcohol?
Yes it barfs
How alcohol is transferred from mother to fetus?
Through the blood system
What is the period of time a zygote embryo or fetus is carried in the female tract?
Gestation
