Aminiotic Fluid

AMINIOTIC FLUID

It is a fluid in the uterus surrounding the fetus.

It consists of fetus urine, maternal serum fetal cells , near birth – amnionic volume will be 500-1000 ml. If the fluid is excess (>2000 ml) it is called as Hydraminos. If less it is called as Oligohydramnios .

Functions of Amniotic Fluid

·            It allows for growth and free movement of fetus.

·            It protects the fetus, acting as shock absorber.

·            It maintains an even temperature for fetus.

·            It prevents pressure on the cord.

·            It acts as cushion around the fetus, because it protects the fetus from injury, if mother is bumped or falls.

·            It is a fluid source that the fetus drinks and then urinates.