The term used to describe the fetus's likelihood of surviving outside of the uterus if born preterm or prematurely is called __________.

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Viability refers to the ability of a fetus to survive outside of the uterus. Generally, this occurs around 24 weeks of gestation, although it can vary depending on various factors such as the health of the mother and fetus. The other options, survival index, gestation, and neurogenesis, are not terms used to describe the fetus's likelihood of surviving outside of the uterus if born preterm or prematurely.

The Term Used to Describe the Fetus's Likelihood of Surviving