Prenatal

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-013430",
  "term": "Prenatal",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "Relating to the period before birth, encompassing the developmental stages of an organism from conception until delivery. This phase involves embryogenesis and fetal development, during which all major organ systems form and mature. Environmental factors and chemical exposures during the prenatal period can significantly influence developmental outcomes.",
  "synonyms": [
    "antenatal"
  ],
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "birth",
    "fetus"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 795 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/prenatal/"
}