Question

Amniocentesis is used for determining

• A. Brain disease
• B. Hereditary disease of embryo
• C. Sex of the child
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D

All of the above

The correct option is D:

Explanation of the correct option:

1. The amniotic fluid test, also known as amniocentesis, is a prenatal diagnosis of the fetus's health condition, chromosomal abnormalities, and, if present, fetal infections.
2. It is also used to determine the gender of an unborn child.
3. A little volume of amniotic fluid containing fetal tissues is collected from the amniotic sac surrounding the growing fetus during this procedure.
4. Following that, the fetal DNA is tested for any genetic abnormalities.
5. Down's syndrome is the most frequent type of genetic defect discovered.
6. Amniocentesis is done once the female has been pregnant for about 14 to 16 weeks.
7. The use of amniocentesis to determine the sex of an unborn child is prohibited.

Final answer: Amniocentesis is used for determining Brain disease, Hereditary disease of embryo, and Sex of the child.