AP PSYCHOLOGY

DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY

PRENATAL DEVELOPMENT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The prenatal test which takes a sample of the fluid surrounding the fetus to diagnose chromosomal abnormalities is
A
amniocentesis
B
ultrasound
C
chorionic villi sampling (CVS)
D
PAP smear
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Amniocentesis is a test you may be offered during pregnancy to check if your baby has a genetic or chromosomal condition, such as Down’s syndrome, Edwards’ syndrome or Patau’s syndrome. It involves removing and testing a small sample of cells from amniotic fluid, the fluid that surrounds the baby in the womb (uterus).

Detailed explanation-2: -Amniocentesis (also called amnio) is a prenatal test that takes amniotic fluid from around your baby in the uterus (also called womb). The fluid is tested to see if your baby has certain health conditions. A prenatal test is a medical test you get during pregnancy.

Detailed explanation-3: -Chorionic villus sampling and amniocentesis are used to detect abnormalities in a fetus. During both procedures, ultrasonography is used for guidance.

Detailed explanation-4: -Amniocentesis looks at a sample of amniotic fluid. Amniotic fluid is a clear or pale yellow liquid that surrounds and protects an unborn baby throughout pregnancy. The fluid contains cells that provide important information about your unborn baby’s health. Amniocentesis is a diagnostic test.

Detailed explanation-5: -Amniocentesis is the aspiration of amniotic fluid from the amniotic cavity and is the most common invasive fetal testing procedure. Amniocentesis is an invasive technique. It is usually performed to diagnose or exclude fetal aneuploidy or other fetal genetic, biochemical or infectious risks.

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