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The placenta is an organ that develops during pregnancy, providing oxygen and nutrients to the growing fetus and facilitating waste removal. In contrast, amniotic fluid is the clear liquid surrounding the fetus in the amniotic sac, serving to cushion and protect the fetus, as well as helping to regulate temperature. While both are crucial for fetal development, they serve distinct roles in supporting the pregnancy.
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What is an amniotic fluid embolism?
An amniotic fluid embolism is a complication of pregnancy characterized by movement of amniotic fluid past the placenta.
What is the name for the protective structure that forms around an embryo?
Amniotic membrane or amniotic sac, containing the embryo and amniotic fluid.
Is placenta inside the sac?
Yes, the placenta is located inside the amniotic sac during pregnancy. The amniotic sac, which contains amniotic fluid, surrounds and protects the developing fetus, while the placenta facilitates nutrient and gas exchange between the mother and fetus. The two structures work together to support fetal development throughout pregnancy.
What surrounds the baby during pregnancy?
You have the amniotic fluid that surrounds the baby. Baby go on drinking this fluid and go on passing the same through the urine.
How is the fetus protected in the uterus?
The uterus. In placental mamals, this is via the placenta.
What do you call the thing that protects the baby?
Amniotic fluid surrounds the baby in the womb and the placenta feeds it
What three structures protect and nourish the developing embryo?
Placenta, amniotic fluid and umbilical cord.
Which parts are not present before a woman becomes pregnant?
Placenta, umbilical cord, fetus, amniotic sac with amniotic fluid. Basically everything related to the fetus.
How much weight is lost after a c section?
Usually 3-5lbs in addition to the weight of the baby, for the placenta and amniotic fluid.
What is Lambing Fluid and what does it do?
Lambing fluid is the amniotic fluid that surrounds the lamb in the placenta - it helps cushion the lamb whilst it is growing inside its mother. It also assists in the delivery of the lamb when it is born.
Where is the mothers placenta located?
It is the sack that surrounds the fetus in the womb/uterus. It contains the amniotic fluid and has the umbilical cord passing through it.
What is AO on an ultrasound?
AO on an ultrasound typically refers to the "amniotic fluid index" (AFI), which assesses the amount of amniotic fluid surrounding a fetus. It is an important measurement during pregnancy as it can indicate the health of the fetus and the placenta. Adequate amniotic fluid is crucial for fetal development, while low or high levels may suggest potential complications.
