The early development of human embryos

Journal of Medicine and Philosophy 10 (3):213-236 (1985)
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The development of the human embryo from the time of fertilization through the eighth post-fertilization week is described for medical policy purposes. During pre-implantation stages, differentiation occurs between precursors of embryonic and extra-embryonic structures. During implantation formation of a fore-hind axis begins within the inner cell mass. By the end of the eighth week, head, face, hands, and feet are suggestive as to species-recognition but not yet definitive. Data from laboratory studies of non-human mammalian embryos elucidate important aspects of human embryonic development. Keywords: embryos, development, differentiation, genome CiteULike Connotea Del.icio.us What's this?

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