Which Component of Amniotic Fluid Increases Beyond Normal Limits When

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which component of amniotic fluid increases beyond normal limits when certain fetal defects are present?

• A) Progesterone
• B) Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG)
• C) Alpha-fetoprotein (AFP)
• D) Luteinizing hormone (LH)

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