Amniocentesis is a medical procedure that can give physicians essential information about the fetus. Which statements are true regarding amniocentesis? Select all that apply
1. It is used to detect abnormalities by removing a large amount of amniotic fluid.
2. It is used to diagnose fetal chromosome problems.
3. It is used to study the fetal chromosomes.
4. It is performed on the amniotic fluid before 16 weeks of pregnancy.
5. It is used to detect fetal disorders by inserting a thin needle through the mother's abdomen into the amniotic sac.
2, 3, 5
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