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Biology · 2024 · 2 marks
CBSE 2024 · Region 3 · Set 2 · Q19
State the procedure followed in the technique of amniocentesis. List any two advantages of this technique.
State the procedure followed in the technique of amniocentesis. List any two advantages of this technique.
Marking-scheme solution
• Procedure in amniocentesis some of the amniotic fluid of the developing foetus is
take to analyze the Foetal cells and dissolved substances
• Advantages
to detect genetic disorders such as sickle cell anemia, Down syndrome, haemophilic etc.
to determine the survivability of the foetus
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