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The placenta is a temporary organ that develops inside the uterus alongside the growing fetus. Reproductive scientist Kirsty McIntyre explores how nutrients reach the fetus via the placenta during pregnancy, and highlights the need to understand this fascinating organ

Kirsty McIntyre

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