Which maternal data is an indication for amniocentesis?
a. History of multiple pregnancies
b. Family history of more than one spontaneous abortion
c. Previous pregnancy resulting in fetal demise
d. Maternal age 36
D
Maternal age over 35 years is an indication for amniocentesis. History of multiple pregnancies and maternal history of fetal demise are not indications for amniocentesis. A maternal history of three or more spontaneous abortions is an indication for amniocentesis, but not a family history of spontaneous abortions.
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