A New Test for Genetic Abnormalities That Can Be Done

question 44

Multiple Choice

A new test for genetic abnormalities that can be done as early as 5 weeks into the pregnancy is done by

• A)performing an ultrasound
• B)examining maternal serum
• C)removing chorionic tissue
• D)detecting fetal DNA and RNA in the mother's bloodstream

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