What Is One Disadvantage of Chorionic Villus Sampling Compared to Amniocentesis

question 8

Multiple Choice

What is one disadvantage of chorionic villus sampling compared to amniocentesis?

• A) It is done later in pregnancy
• B) It is more invasive
• C) It is associated with a high rate of complications
• D) It is associated with a higher rate of ambiguous results
• E) It must be done on an inpatient basis

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