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प्रश्न
Define and give the role of amniocentesis.
उत्तर
Aspiration of amniotic fluid from the amniotic sac around the foetus is called amniocentesis.
Role: Used to determine
- To determine sex and sex abnormalities of developing baby.
- Genetically controlled congenital diseases.
- Gene related to metabolic disorders.
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