Neural Tube Defect
Key Facts
Abbreviation
NTD
Pronunciation
/ˈnʊrəl tub ˈdifɛkt/
Category
Medical
Related Field
Physiology
Examples in Context
- The spine was visualized from cervical to sacral region without evidence for a neural tube defect or other abnormality within the resolution of the ultrasound equipment.
- Neural tube defect is common congenital deformity which results from synergistic action of genetic factor and environmental factor.
- Results The rate of neural tube defect is 2.37 ‰ and 87 % of neural tube defects are sole.
- Objective To investigate the roles and possible molecular mechanism of FGF8 in the neurulation and neural tube defect ( NTD ).
- The expression of nestin and the roles of vitamins and microelements in neural tube defect induced by hyperthermia
Other meanings of NTD
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North Texas Division
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No Transmit Diversity
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National Theatre of the Deaf
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No Turbulent Drop
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National Training Director
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