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vernix caseosa [′vər·niks ‚kā·sē′ō·sə] (embryology) A cheesy deposit on the surface of the fetus derived from the stratum corneum, sebaceous secretion, and remnants of the epitrichium. 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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We talked about vernix, the greasy white substance that coats and protects a baby's skin in utero, and about how the umbilical cord would look. It also lacks vernix, a creamy, white film with a variety of protective properties, including antibacterial activity. At birth, infants are often diffusely covered in vernix, amniotic fluid, and blood. |
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