Jacquelynne Is 6 Months Pregnant and Is Having Blood Drawn

question 39

Multiple Choice

Jacquelynne is 6 months pregnant and is having blood drawn for genetic testing of her baby. What type of testing is this?

• A) prenatal screening test
• B) PKU testing
• C) newborn screening
• D) pharmacogenomics testing

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Definitions:

Organ of Corti

The sensory organ located within the cochlea of the inner ear, critical for the process of hearing by converting sound vibrations into neural signals.

Nerve Impulses

Nerve impulses are electrical signals that travel along neurons, facilitating communication within the nervous system.

CN VIII

Cranial Nerve VIII, also known as the vestibulocochlear nerve, which is responsible for hearing and balance.

Cerumen

The scientific term for earwax, a substance produced in the ear canal that protects the ears from dust, foreign particles, and microorganisms.