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Extraembryonic Membranes

The thin layers of tissue that surround the developing embryo. There are four extra-embryonic membranes commonly found in VERTEBRATES, such as REPTILES; BIRDS; and MAMMALS. They are the YOLK SAC, the ALLANTOIS, the AMNION, and the CHORION. These membranes provide protection and means to transport nutrients and wastes.

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Tree Number(s): A10.615.284, A16.254.750

MeSH Unique ID: D005321

Entry Terms:

  • Extraembryonic Membrane
  • Membrane, Extraembryonic
  • Membranes, Extraembryonic
  • Extra-Embryonic Membranes
  • Extra-Embryonic Membrane
  • Extra Embryonic Membranes
  • Membrane, Extra-Embryonic
  • Membranes, Extra-Embryonic
  • Fetal Membranes
  • Fetal Membrane
  • Membrane, Fetal
  • Membranes, Fetal

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