What Factors Affect the Child's Development

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What factors affect the child's development?

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Definitions:

Amniocentesis

A medical procedure used in prenatal diagnosis to sample a small amount of amniotic fluid for the testing of chromosomal abnormalities, fetal infections, and sex determination.

Amniotic Fluid

The protective liquid contained within the amniotic sac that surrounds and cushions a fetus during pregnancy.

Chromosomal Disorders

Conditions caused by abnormalities in the number or structure of chromosomes, leading to a variety of physical and/or cognitive symptoms.

Genotype-environment Correlations

Refers to the phenomena by which genetic factors influence the likelihood of an individual being exposed to certain environments.