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teratology 1. the branch of medical science concerned with the development of physical abnormalities during the fetal or early embryonic stage 2. the branch of biology that is concerned with the structure, development, etc., of monsters 3. a collection of tales about mythical or fantastic creatures, monsters, etc. teratology [‚ter·ə′täl·ə·jē] (medicine) The science of fetal malformations and monstrosities. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Studies on the teratogenic effects of tamaron (an organophosphorus pesticide). Based on these embryologic stages, the time frame when a teratogenic effect occurs may be identified, but the etiology may not be determined. As CellCept has been shown to have teratogenic effects in animals at subclinical doses on a body surface area basis, it may cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. |
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