When Serious Defects Occur During the Embryonic Period, They Often

question 120

Multiple Choice

When serious defects occur during the embryonic period, they often result in ______.

• A) the need for fetal surgery
• B) spontaneous abortion
• C) life-threatening illness in the mother
• D) effects on the developing sex organs

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