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Lecithin-sphingomyelin Ratio
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The lecithin-sphingomyelin ratio (L/S ratio) is a measure used to assess fetal lung maturity by analyzing the amniotic fluid. A higher L/S ratio indicates better surfactant production, reducing the risk of neonatal respiratory distress syndrome.
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Fetal Lung Maturity
Amniotic Fluid Analysis
Surfactant Production
Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Prenatal Testing
Biochemical Markers
Neonatology
Obstetrics
Pulmonary Surfactant
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Pathology of the Circulatory System 100%
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