Reproductive Health

Question

Which of the following cannot be detected in a developing foetus by amniocentesis?

  • Klinefelter's syndrome

  • sex of the foetus

  • Down's syndrome

  • Jaundice

Answer

D.

Jaundice

Amniocentesis is a foetal sex determination test based on the chromosomal pattern in the amniotic fluid surrounding the developing embryo. Jaundice is a condition not based on chromosomal pattern It is a disease related to liver dysfunctions.

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