Cordocentesis, a Diagnostic Test That Examines Blood from the Fetal

question 18

Multiple Choice

Cordocentesis, a diagnostic test that examines blood from the fetal umbilical cord to detect fetal abnormalities, is also known as:

• A) chorionic villus sampling.
• B) amniocentesis.
• C) fetoscopy.
• D) percutaneous umbilical blood sampling.

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Definitions:

Parasympathetic Nerve

Nerves of the parasympathetic nervous system that help slow down the body's activity and allow the body to rest and digest.

Parasitic Worms

Organisms that live off of other organisms, causing harm to their hosts, and include species such as tapeworms, roundworms, and flukes.

Stomach Acid

The hydrochloric acid present in the stomach, essential for digestion and protection against pathogens.

Analgesics

Medications designed to reduce or eliminate pain, commonly known as painkillers.