In the medical profession,________ refers to the age of the fetus or embryo as calculated from the date of the beginning of the mother's last menstrual period before conception.

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Gestational age is the term used to describe the age of a fetus or embryo in medical terms, and it is calculated from the first day of the mother's last menstrual period before conception. This helps healthcare providers to determine important milestones in fetal development and estimate due dates for delivery. Choice A, conceptual age, is a term sometimes used interchangeably with gestational age, but it specifically refers to the age of the fetus as measured from the day of conception. Choice B, prenatal age, is a more general term that refers to any time period during pregnancy, including before conception. Choice D, obstetric age, is not a commonly used term in medical practice.

In the Medical Profession,________ Refers to the Age of the Fetus