HomeTestsSearchRankProfile
easyMCQBiologyBiology
1 mark

The permissible use of the technique amniocentesis is for:

  1. A
    Detecting any genetic abnormality
  2. B
    Detecting sex of the unborn foetus
  3. C
    Artificial insemination
  4. D
    Transfer of embryo into the uterus of a surrogate mother

Solution & Step-by-step Explanation

Amniocentesis is a prenatal diagnostic test used to detect chromosomal abnormalities (like Down syndrome) or genetic disorders in the foetus by analyzing amniotic fluid. In India, its use for determining the sex of the foetus is strictly prohibited by law.

Practice this question

Try it yourself before checking the explanation above.

The permissible use of the technique amniocentesis is for:
A
Detecting any genetic abnormality
B
Detecting sex of the unborn foetus
C
Artificial insemination
D
Transfer of embryo into the uterus of a surrogate mother

Share This Question

Reproductive HealthAmniocentesisPrenatal Diagnosis

Related Questions

mediumMCQ

The main organelle involved in modification and routing of newly synthesized proteins to their destinations is :

mediumMCQ

There are two opposing views about origin of Modern man. According to one view Homo erectus in Asia were the ancestors of modern man. A study of variations of DNA however suggested African origin of Modern man. What kind of observation on DNA variation could suggest this ?

easyMCQ

The world's highly prized wool yielding 'Pashmina' breed is :

mediumMCQ

Grey crescent is the area :

mediumMCQ

Photosynthesis in C4 plants is relatively less limited by atmospheric CO2 levels because :

easyMCQ

At what stage of the cell cycle are histone proteins synthesized in a eukaryotic cell ?

Ready for a Full Test?

Practice with timed mock tests and track your performance across Biology.

Browse TestsLeaderboard

Discussion