Amniocentesis

Language: English

Pronunciation: am-ni-o-cen-tes-is

Part of Speech: noun

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A procedure for obtaining amniotic fluid from a pregnant animal, by inserting a hollow needle through the abdominal wall and into the amniotic sac. Used in diagnosing possible genetic defects and/or obstetric complications.

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"after the 15th week of pregnancy"

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