Of the Three Types of Prenatal Screenings Discussed in the Textbook

question 148

Short Answer

Of the three types of prenatal screenings discussed in the textbook, ________ requires the longest wait for results. This is because the genetic material cannot be evaluated until enough cells have reproduced for analysis.

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Definitions:

Linear

A mathematical relationship or equation that describes a straight-line graph, often used to model simple proportional relationships between variables.

Seasonally Adjusted

Data that has been modified to eliminate effects of seasonal variations to provide a clearer view of trends.

Unemployment Rate

The rate of people within the labor force who are not employed but are actively seeking jobs.

Nonlinear Relation

A relationship between two variables where the change in one variable does not result in a proportional change in the other variable.