What Is the Purpose of Amniocentesis

question 50

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of amniocentesis?

• A) To make certain a woman is actually pregnant
• B) To examine the chromosomes and genes of the mother to ensure they appear normal
• C) To examine the chromosomes of the fetus to ensure they appear normal
• D) To determine the sex of the fetus
• E) To do an ultrasound in order to see a picture of the fetus

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