Chorionic villus sampling can be performed during pregnancy as early as:
a. 4 weeks.
b. 8 weeks.
c. 10 weeks.
d. 12 weeks.
C
Fetal villus tissue can be obtained as early as 10 weeks of gestation and can be analyzed directly for chromosomal or genetic abnormalities.
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