Mrs Robertson Is Having a Prenatal Test in Which Cells

question 16

Multiple Choice

Mrs. Robertson is having a prenatal test in which cells are extracted from the placenta. This test is

• A) amniocentesis.
• B) CVS.
• C) fetoscopy.
• D) ultrasound.
• E) sonography.

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Definitions:

Adulthood

A stage of life characterized by the attainment of legal age and the ability to manage personal and financial responsibilities independently.

Stem Cells

Undifferentiated biological cells that can differentiate into specialized cells and divide to produce more stem cells.

Precursor Cells

Cells that have the potential to differentiate into more specific cell types, often involved in the development of tissues or organs.

Specialized Cell

A cell that has a specific function and structure for its role in an organism, such as muscle cells, nerve cells, and blood cells.