amnioscopy

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Examination of a foetus and the amniotic fluid in the lowest part of the amniotic sac using an amnioscope introduced through the cervical canal.

Word forms

amnioscopy amnioscopies

Etymology

From amnio- + -scopy.

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