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Amnion

MESHD000650

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.

Synonyms

  • Amnions
  • Amniotic Membrane
  • Amniotic Membranes
  • Membrane, Amniotic
  • Membranes, Amniotic

Source last updated 2026-05-24T15:28:18.691Z