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amniotic sac

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thin innermost membranous sac enclosing the developing embryo of higher vertebrates (reptiles, birds and mammals)

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During amniocentesis, fluid is removed by placing a long needle through the abdominal wall into amniotic sac. Source: Internet

The clear fluid in the amniotic sac that surrounds the fetus during pregnancy. Source: Internet

Your baby is growing in a bag of protective fluid called the amniotic sac. Source: Internet

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