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Reason for this can probably be found in evolution. You have carried the sea water with you. As such amniotic fluid gives free space for fetus to grow. It gives excellent cushion to the fetus.

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It allows your baby to move freely in the uterus. The fluid provides buoyancy while the baby moves and prevents injury. It cushions the baby from injury.

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The fulid helps the mothers tummy expand and also helps baby with trial run on breathing

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Baby may get suffocated and may die in mother's womb, when the amniotic fluid becomes less. so your gynaecologist and radiologist will keep a watch on the quantity of amniotic fluid.

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What fluid is in the amniotic sac?

The amniotic sac contains a fluid known as amniotic fluid that is composed of amnion and water after fertilization. About ten weeks later the liquid contains proteins, carbohydrates, lipids and phospholipids, urea and electrolytes, all of which aid in the growth of the fetus. In the latter stages of development the fluid will also contain fetal urine.


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What is an amniotic fluid embolism?

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During which stage of development before birth does amniotic fluid develop?

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Can a baby become mentally challenged because of drinking amniotic liquid?

Highly unlikely - since they're floating in amniotic fluid for the whole of their development in the womb !


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What type of fluid is in the amniotic sac?

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What is the pH of amniotic fluid?

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What is the bag called where the amniotic fluid is kept?

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