Human Life Before Birth, Second Edition

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advanced human embryology research
Anatomy and Physiology
Artificial Placenta
assisted reproductive technology
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congenital disorders
Dental Papilla
developmental biology
DNA Molecule
Embryology
Embryonic Induction
Enamel Organ
Endochondral Ossification
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Fertilization
genetic counseling
Intermediate Mesoderm
Lateral Mesoderm
Left Atrium
Mesonephric Ducts
organogenesis
Pharyngeal Pouches
prenatal health education
Reproduction
Secrete Platelet Derived Growth Factor
Seminiferous Tubules
Somatic Mesoderm
Spina Bifida
Spinal Cord
Spiny Anteater
Splanchnic Mesoderm
Urogenital Sinus
Vas Deferens
Ventral Pancreatic Bud
Vernix Caseosa
Vitro Fertilization
ZIFT
Zona Pellucida

Product details

  • ISBN 9780367136307
  • Weight: 1038g
  • Dimensions: 178 x 254mm
  • Publication Date: 18 Feb 2019
  • Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
  • Publication City/Country: GB
  • Product Form: Hardback
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This textbook presents essential and accessible information about human embryology including practical information on human health issues and recent advances in human reproductive technology. Starting with biological basics of cell anatomy and fertilization, the author moves through the development of specific organs and systems, before addressing social issues associated with embryology. Each chapter includes specific objectives, general background, study questions, and questions to inspire critical thinking. Human Life Before Birth also contains two appendices and a full glossary of terms covered in the text. Clinicians and researchers in this field will find this volume indispensable.

Key selling features:

  • Explores all the developmental and embryological events that occur in human emryonic and fetal life
  • Reviews basic cell biology, genetics, and reproduction focusing entirely on humans
  • Summarizes the development of various anatomical systems
  • Examines common birth defects and sexually transmitted diseases including emerging concerns such as Zika
  • Documents assisted fertilization technologies and various cultural aspects of reproduction
Frank Dye is an Emeritus and Adjunct Professor in the Biology Department of Western Connecticut State University. He spent nearly 50 years as a Professor at WCSU. His long teaching career included courses in developmental biology, vertebrate embryology, mamma;lian embryology, cell physiology, cell biology, and others. Dye has published dozens of peer review journal articles, book chapters, and encyclopedia contributions.

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