amniocentesis

https://doi.org/10.1351/goldbook.10366

Transabdominal procedure in which amniotic fluid is sampled by means of a needle inserted into the amniotic sac.

Note: This procedure is used to screen for infections and abnormalities in the developing fetus.
Source:
PAC, 2016, 88, 713. (Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)) on page 720 [Terms] [Paper]
Citation: 'amniocentesis' in IUPAC Compendium of Chemical Terminology, 5th ed. International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry; 2025. Online version 5.0.0, 2025. https://doi.org/10.1351/goldbook.10366 RIS BibTex EndNote
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