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Anna’s fetal scans showed some abnormality. Which of the following procedure can help her know more about the abnormality?

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Amniocentesis is the answer :)

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Answer:

Amniocentesis

Step-by-step explanation:

Amniocentesis is a test that can be done during pregnancy and in which a sample of amniotic fluid is taken from inside the uterus. This fluid usually contains cells from the fetus and the substances released by the baby during development, which can then be evaluated in the laboratory. Thus, this test can help identify various health problems of the baby during pregnancy, that is, helps to observe abnormalities in the fetus, such as Down syndrome or other genetic alteration, for example.

However, amniocentesis may pose some risks to the pregnant woman or the baby and should only be done when a problem with the baby is suspected, which cannot be identified by another less invasive method.

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