The Most Clinically Useful Technique for Prenatal Diagnosis of Chromosomal

question 42

Multiple Choice

The most clinically useful technique for prenatal diagnosis of chromosomal abnormalities at 3 months' gestation is:

• A)gene mapping.
• B)linkage analysis.
• C)amniocentesis.
• D)chorionic villus sampling.

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Appendectomy

Surgical removal of the appendix, typically performed to treat appendicitis.

Surgical Excision

The process of removing tissue or an organ from the body through surgical means, typically to treat a disease or condition.

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A localized physical condition in which part of the body becomes reddened, swollen, hot, and often painful, especially as a reaction to injury or infection.

Buccal

Relating to the cheek or the mouth cavity.