The Amnion

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Research papers   |   11/26/2007   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : « Metabolic functions; Vasoactive peptides; Amnionic fluid; Bibliography. THE AMNION The amnion at term is a tough and tenacious but pliable membrane. ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Structure. Development. Amnion cell histogenesis. Amnion epithelial cells. Amnion mesenchymal cells. Anatomy. Tensile strength. Interstitial collagens. Collagen synthesis in amnion. Metabolic functions. Vasoactive peptides. Amnionic...»

Blood Circulation in the Mature Placenta

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Research papers   |   11/26/2007   |   .doc   |   2 pages
Document abstract : « The fetal surface of the placenta is covered by the transparent amnion beneath which the fetal chorionic vessels course. A section ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Fetal circulation. Maternal circulation. Conclusion. Bibliography....»

Organization of Placenta

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Research papers   |   11/26/2007   |   .doc   |   2 pages
Document abstract : « laeve. The chorion laeve is generally more nearly translucent than the amnion even though rarely exceeding 1 mm in thickness. The ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Trophoblast ultrastructure. Chorionic villi. Placental cotyledons. Breaks in the placental 'barrier'. Placental size and weight. The placenta at term. Placental aging. Conclusion. Bibliography....»

Fetal Tissues of the Fetal-Maternal Communication System

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Research papers   |   11/26/2007   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : « and villous trophoblasts are the embryonic-fetal tissues of the anatomical interface of the placental arm; the avascular fetal membranes the amnion and chorion ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Early human development. Fertilization of the ovum and cleavage of the zygote. The early human zygote. Implantation. Biology of the trophoblast. Differentiation. Formation of the syncytium. Conclusio...»

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