Which of the following techniques is used sparingly because there is a slight but genuine risk of miscarriage or damage to the fetus while having a 99% accuracy in diagnosing genetic problems? amniocentesis CT scan ultrasound chorionic villus sampling

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Lorelai Cohen

6 October, 15:55

Which of the following techniques is used sparingly because there is a slight but genuine risk of miscarriage or damage to the fetus while having a 99% accuracy in diagnosing genetic problems? amniocentesis CT scan ultrasound chorionic villus sampling

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Gabriela Erickson · Answer 1

Answer: Amniocentesis is used.

Explanation:

Amniocentesis is a medical procedure use to test foetal infections, genetic abnormalities or for sex determination. During pregnancy, the foetal is surrounded by amniotic fluid. The amniotic fluid is used for amniocentesis. The fluid is take from the sac surronding the foetus and it Is tested. It is usually done between 15 to 16 weeks of pregnancy. Amniocentesis done before 15weeks can lead to complications.

Hayden Lowe · Answer 2

Answer: Amniocentesis

Explanation:

An amniocentesis is performed when a woman is between 14 and 16 weeks gestation. Women who choose to have this test are primarily those at increased risk for genetic and chromosomal problems, in part because the test is invasive and carries a small risk of miscarriage.