Amniotic fluid (AF) is a significant contributor to fetal health and constitutes a potential rich source of biomarkers for diagnosis of maternal and fetal disorders. In this study, we performed a ...

A newly created cell model of the amniotic sac could reveal new insights into early pregnancy, as well as generate helpful ...

Amniotic fluid surrounds the growing fetus and provides a ballotable environment that is protective for the fetus. Amniotic fluid also assists in pulmonary development and the avoidance of ...

Chorioamnionitis is an infection that can happen during pregnancy when bacteria enter the amniotic fluid, tissues, or membranes surrounding a fetus.

Since the emergence of the Zika virus epidemic in 2014 and the associated novel sequalae that emerged, much has been learned about the effects of antenatal exposure to Zika virus. Zika virus in ...

The high amniotic fluid levels found in these conditions are paralleled by high AFP in maternal serum. Low concentration of MSAFP is associated with an increased risk for fetal trisomy.

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