Embryology (also known as Embryologies): The study of the development of an organism during the embryonic and fetal stages of life.

NIH MeSH · D004626Disciplines and Occupations

Embryology

Also known asEmbryologies

Definition

The study of the development of an organism during the embryonic and fetal stages of life.

MeSH classification

  • H01.158.100.529
  • H01.158.273.200.350

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Common questions about Embryology

What does Embryology mean in medicine?
The study of the development of an organism during the embryonic and fetal stages of life. This definition is taken from the National Library of Medicine's MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) 2026 release, which is the standard vocabulary used to index PubMed and most medical literature.
Is Embryology known by any other names?
Yes. Embryology is also referred to as Embryologies in different clinical, research and patient-facing contexts. The MeSH descriptor groups all of these synonyms under a single canonical concept so research and records stay consistent.
Where does Embryology sit in the medical classification?
Embryology falls under the broader medical category "Disciplines and Occupations" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: H01.158.100.529, H01.158.273.200.350). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.
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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D004626) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗