________ is a procedure performed when a genetic or metabolic defect is suspected in a fetus. The procedure involves removing a small amount of amniotic fluid, which surrounds the fetus, from the uterus. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


Amniocentesis
The fetal skin cells obtained from the amniotic fluid are grown in a culture and examined for chromosomal abnormalities.

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A. Disillusionment B. Frustration and anger C. Despair D. Use of drugs and alcohol

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Which of the following is the most common urinary parasite? 

A. Staphylococcus aureus B. Beta-Hemolytic streptococci C. Escherichia coli D. Trichomoniasis vaginalis E. Streptococcus pneumoniae

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Stone in kidney is reported with code _____

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Which of the following is the purpose of USP 800?

To promote environmental protection To promote patient safety To promote worker safety All of the above

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