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Glossary of Pregnancy & Labor Terms Pregnancy is a whole new world for expectant parents - a place filled with jargon and medical procedures, some of which can be quite confusing. Below you will find some common pregnancy and labor terms and their definitions to help you find your way. Have a word you'd like to see here? Let us know.
Browse terms by letter: a - b - c - d - e - f - g - h - i - j - k - l - m - n - o - p - q - r - s - t - u - v - w - x - y - z - ![]() Amniocentesis This procedure entails drawing a small quantity of amniotic fluid from the sac surrounding the fetus. The particles of the baby's sloughed-off skin cells floating in the water are then tested for fetal abnormalities. More about Amniocentesis: Article: Analyzing Amnio More about Amniocentesis: Expert Q&A: What is an amniocentesis? More about Amniocentesis:
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