Amnion

Synonyms

Amnions

Amniotic Membrane

Amniotic Membranes

Membrane, Amniotic

Membranes, Amniotic

The innermost membranous sac that surrounds and protects the developing embryo which is bathed in the AMNIOTIC FLUID. Amnion cells are secretory EPITHELIAL CELLS and contribute to the amniotic fluid.

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