fetal

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Congenital toxoplasmosis remains a serious concern when infection occurs for the first time during pregnancy, as it can result in severe fetal complications.

From Science Daily

Owen snapped into a fetal position—chin to his chest, arms folded tight over his head, knees tucked all the way up to his stomach—and tried to disappear.

From Literature

In the lab, epigenetic editing would be used to remove methyl tags from the fetal globin gene, reactivating it.

From Science Daily

In an ectopic pregnancy, the placenta can’t safely grow, increasing the chances of maternal bleeding and fetal death, according to the release.

From Los Angeles Times

Thyroid hormones supplied by the mother play an important role in fetal neurodevelopment.

From Science Daily