NEET | 2016Reproductive HealthHard
Question
In context of Amniocentesis, which of the following statement is incorrect?
Options
A.
It is usually done when a woman is between 14 - 16 weeks pregnant
B.
It is used for prenatal sex determination
C.
It can be used for detection of Down syndrome
D.
It can be used for detection of Cleft palate
Solution
Amniocentesis is a medical procedure used in prenatal diagnosis of chromosomal and genetic abnormalities such as Down’s syndrome. Turner’s syndrome, etc. It also helps in prenatal sex determination, hence there is a statutory ban on it to prevent female foeticide. It is done when woman is between 14 - 16 weeks pregnant and it does not help in detection of cleft palate.
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