Question

In context to amniocentesis, which of the following options is incorrect?

• A. It is done between 15-20 weeks of pregnancy
• B. Sex of fetus can be determined with this test
• C. It leads to abortion
• D. It is used to detect chromosomal abnormalities

Answer 1

The correct option is C

It leads to abortion

The correct option is C.

Explanation for the correct answer:

1. Amniocentesis is a prenatal test that is done between 15-20 weeks of pregnancy.
2. In this procedure, the amniotic fluid surrounding the fetus is examined to check for chromosomes that determine the sex of the baby.
3. Fetal cells are also analyzed to check for genetic disorders and the survivability of the fetus.

Explanation of the incorrect options:

Option A:

Amniocentesis is done between 15-20 weeks of pregnancy thus it cannot be the incorrect statement.

Option B:

The sex of the fetus can be determined with this test so it cannot be a part of the incorrect statement.

Option D:

Amniocentesis plays a major role in the detection of chromosomal abnormalities so it cannot be an incorrect statement.

Final answer: The incorrect statement in context to amniocentesis is ‘It leads to abortion’.