Conceptus
Conceptus
Conceptus (pronounced: con-CEP-tus) is a term used in the field of embryology to refer to all the products of conception, that is, the embryo or fetus, the placenta, and other associated structures. The term is derived from the Latin word 'conceptus', meaning 'something conceived'.
Etymology
The term 'conceptus' is derived from the Latin word 'conceptus', which means 'something conceived'. This term is used to refer to the entire product of conception from fertilization until birth. This includes the embryo or fetus as well as the placenta and other associated structures.
Related Terms
- Embryo: An early stage of development of a multicellular organism. In the context of human development, the term 'embryo' is usually restricted to the period of development from fertilization until the end of the eighth week of gestation.
- Fetus: A stage in human development that follows the embryonic stage and continues until birth.
- Placenta: An organ that connects the developing fetus to the uterine wall to allow nutrient uptake, waste elimination, and gas exchange via the mother's blood supply.
- Gestation: The period of time between conception and birth during which the fetus grows and develops inside the mother's womb.
- Conception: The process of becoming pregnant involving fertilization and implantation.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Conceptus
- Wikipedia's article - Conceptus
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