High-resolution contrast-enhanced microCT reveals the true three-dimensional morphology of the murine placenta

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Significance During pregnancy, the placenta functions as surrogate fetal lungs, kidneys, and gut. Proper placental functioning is therefore paramount during embryonic development. Indeed, placental defects are highly prevalent in mouse mutants showing embryonic death. Here we validate a contrast agent that allows development of the intact placenta to be visualized using microfocus computed topography. This...

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