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Multiple Choice
The most common form of fetal testing is __________.
A
amniocentesis
B
imprinting
C
chorionic villi sampling
D
gene therapy
Verified step by step guidance
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Begin by understanding the context of fetal testing, which is used to assess the health and development of a fetus during pregnancy.
Identify the different types of fetal testing methods mentioned: amniocentesis, imprinting, chorionic villi sampling, and gene therapy.
Amniocentesis involves extracting a small amount of amniotic fluid from the sac surrounding the fetus to test for genetic conditions and chromosomal abnormalities.
Chorionic villi sampling (CVS) is another method where a sample of placental tissue is taken to test for genetic disorders, usually performed earlier in pregnancy than amniocentesis.
Gene therapy is not typically used as a form of fetal testing; it is a treatment method aimed at correcting genetic disorders by introducing or altering genetic material.