Define the Following Terms

question 23

Short Answer

Define the following terms
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Definitions:

Amniocentesis

A medical procedure used in prenatal diagnosis to extract a small amount of amniotic fluid from the uterus to test for genetic conditions and fetal infections.

Metabolic Defect

An abnormality in the body's metabolism, leading to problems with converting food and oxygen into energy.

Perimenopause

The transition period before menopause marked by changes in menstrual cycles and hormone levels.

Menopause

The termination of the menstrual cycle due to the normal aging of the ovaries.