Congenital Metabolic Disorders Flashcards
is the transformation of the simple three germ layers into distinct organs
Organogenesis
A band called the primitive streak appears along the back of the embryo develop at what week?
Week 3
all the organs that will be present in the newborn have begun to develop at what week?
Week 8
Sex organs becomes more distinct at what week?
Week 6
sucks thumb, kicks, makes fists and faces, and has the beginnings of teeth begins at what week?
Week 12
Vocal cords are formed at week?
Week 18
the woman feels distinct kicks and jabs and may detect fetal hiccup by the end of
Second trimester
fetal brain cells link into networks as organs elaborate and grow, and fat fills out the skin at what period?
Final trimester
Time when genetic abnormalities, toxic substances, or viruses can alter a specific structure is
Critical period
Most birth defects develop during the
Embryonic period
A procedure to detect if a newborn has congenital metabolic disorders that may lead to mental retardation or death
Newborn screening
A procedure to detect if a newborn has congenital metabolic disorders that may lead to mental retardation or death
Newborn screening
“AN ACT PROMULGATING A COMPREHENSIVE POLICY AN A NATIONAL SYSTEM FOR ENSURING NEWBORN SCREENING”
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