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Partially-Closed Left Hand

3 months

Partially-Closed Left Hand [Click for next image]
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Label Key:

1. dorsal venous plexus of the left hand
2. dorsal surface
3. left 5th metacarpal-phalangeal (MCP) joint
4. ulna side of left hand
5. pad of little finger
6. left small finger in flexed position
All ages referenced to fertilization, not last menstrual period. One month = 4 weeks.
Meconium Release
Meconium Release
Right Hand Covering Face
Right Hand Covering Face
Partially-Closed Left Hand
Partially-Closed Left Hand
Posterior Surface of Left Thigh
Posterior Surface of Left Thigh
Fingertips
Fingertips
The Amnion and Left Hand
The Amnion and Left Hand
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