Break down the medical word into its word parts, and give the meaning of each word part. Then, give the definition of the medical word.

Amniocentesis

Definition:
Combining form and definition:
Suffix and definition:


Definition: A surgical puncture of the amniotic sac for purposes of testing the amniotic fluid
Combining form and definition: amni/o, “amnion”
Suffix and definition: -centesis, “surgical puncture”

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