Amniotic fluid
Term · Chemistry · MLC-T-CHM-000500
The protective liquid contained within the amniotic sac that surrounds the fetus during pregnancy. This fluid contains fetal cells and biochemicals, making it a valuable biological matrix for prenatal diagnostic testing and research. Analysis of its composition can provide insights into fetal health and development.
| Identifier | MLC-T-CHM-000500 |
|---|---|
| Field | Chemistry |
| Subject | Analytical Chemistry |
| References | PAC, 2018, 90, 1121. 'Terminology of bioanalytical methods (IUPAC Recommendations 2018)' on page 1123 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2016-1120) |
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