Placental Amino Acids Transport in Intrauterine Growth Restriction

The placenta represents a key organ for fetal growth as it acts as an interface between mother and fetus, regulating the fetal-maternal exchange of nutrients, gases, and waste products. During pregnancy, amino acids represent one of the major nutrients for fetal life, and both maternal and fetal con...

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Main Authors: Laura Avagliano, Chiara Garò, Anna Maria Marconi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2012-01-01
Series:Journal of Pregnancy
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2012/972562