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Results 1 - 5 of 5 for Abnormality of the amniotic fluid
  1. Amniocentesis (image) 
    ... of these cells are obtained by withdrawing some amniotic fluid. The chromosome analysis of these cells can be performed to determine abnormalities. In addition, the cells may be cultured and ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/1062.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  2. Karyotyping (image) 
    Karyotyping is a test used to identify chromosome abnormalities as the cause of malformation or disease. The test can be performed on a sample of blood, bone marrow, amniotic fluid, or placental tissue.
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/9488.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  3. Alpha fetoprotein - series (image) 
    ... measure, diagnose, or monitor fetal distress or fetal ... fluid (amniocentesis), can help detect fetal spinal bifida or ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/presentations/100144_1.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  4. Amniotic fluid (image) 
    ... of fetal movement and permits musculoskeletal development. The amniotic fluid can be withdrawn in a procedure called amniocentesis to check for chromosomal defects or other abnormalities.
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/9058.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  5. Amniocentesis - series (image) 
    The doctor then extracts about four teaspoons of amniotic fluid. This fluid contains fetal cells that a technician ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/presentations/100192_1.htm - Medical Encyclopedia