Sandra's physician scheduled her for amniocentesis. What is likely to happen when she undergoes the procedure?

a) Some fetal cells will be removed to determine if her fetus has any genetic defects.
b) Some cells from her bones will be removed in order to test for diseases related to aging.
c) Her arteries will be scanned for deposits of cholesterol that would put her at risk for heart disease.
d) A sophisticated brain scan will provide physicians with a picture of her brain cells to help determine if she is at risk for Alzheimer's disease.


a

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