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Would a fetus show up on an xray if you took one?
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Fetal X-ray : Once fetal bones are formed about 12-14 weeks, can see fetal skeleton on x-ray.
Answered 9/1/2012
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In 2nd/3rd trimester: Yes, a fetal skeleton becomes gradually calcified as the pregnancy advances and x-ray fetograms can be done to assess for possible bone dysplasias after midpregnancy.
Answered 9/28/2016
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