An abdominocentesis can be done for all of the following reasons EXCEPT ________

A) to remove a portion of diseased intestine
B) to look for blood after an abdominal trauma
C) to look for cancer cells in the peritoneal fluid
D) to relieve the pressure from ascites


A
Explanation: A) Correct!
B) It can be done for this reason.
C) It can be done for this reason.
D) It can be done for this reason.

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