The amniotic sac can be surgically punctured to obtain a sample of amniotic fluid. The procedure is called:

A) cordocentesis.
B) episiotomy.
C) amniocentesis.
D) placental sampling.


C
Explanation:
A) Cordocentesis would be puncture of the umbilical cord.
B) Episiotomy is an incision into the vulva to enlarge the vaginal opening.
C) Correct.
D) Placental sampling takes a sample of placental tissue, not amniotic fluid.

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