The amniotic sac, or amnion, is a lining (membrane) inside the
uterus that contains the fetus and the fluid that cushions the fetus (amniotic
fluid). The amniotic sac is also called the 'bag of waters.'
Author:
Jeannette Curtis Caroline Rea, RN, BS, MS
Last Updated: May 25, 2007
Medical Review:
Patrice Burgess, MD - Family Medicine Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine
