Question

Which one of the following is tested by the
technique of amniocentesis?
(a) Biochemical abnormalities in the foetus
(b) Errors of metabolism in the foetus
(c) Chromosomal abnormalities in the foetus
(d) All of the above

Answer 1

All of the above is tested by the  technique of amniocentesis.

Explanation:

• The test which removes a small quantity of the amniotic fluid that is present in the sac for the purpose of testing is called Amniocentesis.
• It is prenatal test for checking the abnormalities.
• It is also known as amniotic fluid test.
• This test is conducted for the purpose of examining the Chromosomal abnormalities in the fetus.
• This test also examines Biochemical abnormalities in the fetus and Errors of metabolism in the fetus.
• This test extracts the small quantity of amniotic fluid from the sac through a needle that is passed through the abdomen.
• This is done with the ultrasound guidance.

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Answer 2

Answer:

Chromosomal abnormalities in the foetus

Explanation: