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Embryonic Structures > Fetus > Vernix Caseosa

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Vernix Caseosa  

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  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • An unctuous substance composed of sebum and desquamated epithelial cells, which covers the skin of the fetus.

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-LJMKD0P6-B

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