Which, of the following cannot be detected in a developing foetus by amniocentesis?
A
Jaundice
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B
Downs syndrome
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C
Cystic fibrosis
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D
Colour blindness
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Solution
The correct option is A Jaundice Amniocentesis is used to detect hereditary and enzymatic abnormalities in the foetus. Down's syndrome cystic fibrosis and colourblindness are genetic disorders while jaundice is an infectious disease.