Trophoblastic (Adjective)
Meaning
Of or relating to the trophoblast; "trophoblastic cancer".
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The trophoblastic cells play a crucial role in the development and implantation of the embryo during early pregnancy.
- Trophoblastic cancer, also known as choriocarcinoma, is a type of gestational trophoblastic disease caused by an abnormal growth of trophoblast cells.
- Pregnancy complications can arise when there is an overgrowth or abnormal development of the trophoblastic tissue surrounding the embryo.
- Researchers are studying the genetic mutations that contribute to the formation of trophoblastic tumors in rare cases of molar pregnancies.
- The doctor explained to the patient that the presence of high levels of beta-hCG indicated a possible diagnosis of a trophoblastic malignancy.