Chorionic

/kɔˈriɑnɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or involving the chorion, the outermost membrane surrounding a fetus.

Etymology

From chorion (Greek khoreion 'membrane') + -ic. Adjectival form used in medical and biological terminology.

Kelly Says

You might hear about 'chorionic villus sampling' (CVS) for prenatal testing—doctors sample the hairy finger-like projections of the chorion to check for genetic problems before birth.

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