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AN76.1-2 | Introduction to embryology — Glossary

Glossary — Introduction to embryology

Key terms introduced in this module, in order of first appearance. Use this as a revision checklist.

TermWhere Introduced
EmbryologyEmbryology: Definitions and Subdivisions
Key subdivisionsEmbryology: Definitions and Subdivisions
Periods of Human DevelopmentEmbryology: Definitions and Subdivisions
Why the Embryonic Period (Weeks 3–8) is CriticalEmbryology: Definitions and Subdivisions
Gestational Age vs Fertilisation AgeEmbryology: Definitions and Subdivisions
TeratogenTeratology: Critical Periods and Causes
Wilson's Six Principles of Teratology (1959)Teratology: Critical Periods and Causes
Critical Periods by SystemTeratology: Critical Periods and Causes
Classification of TeratogensTeratology: Critical Periods and Causes
Misoprostol and birth defects in Indiaclinical_pearl
Core Take-Awayssummary

11 terms in this module