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Gestational Age

Medical Definition: Age of the conceptus. In humans, this may be assessed by medical history, physical examination, early immunologic pregnancy tests, radiography, ultrasonography, and amniotic fluid analysis.
Guide Notes: mammalian only; no qualif; for fetus, not mother; with PREGNANCY TRIMESTERS terms, specify trimester but do not also use GESTATIONAL AGE
Previously Indexed: Embryo (1966-1967),Fetus (1966-1967),Infant, Premature (1966-1967)

Gestational Age Medical Definitions and Terms

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