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In context of Amniocentesis, which of the following statement is incorrect ?
- AIt can be used for detection of Down syndrome
- BIt is usually done when a woman is between 14-16 weeks pregnant
- CIt is used for prenatal sex determination
- DIt can be used for detection of Cleft palate
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Correct answer: D
Amniocentesis (also referred to as amniotic fluid test or AFT) is a medical procedure used in prenatal diagnosis of chromosomal abnormalities and fetal infections, and also used for sex determination in which a small amount of amniotic fluid, which contains fetal tissues, is sampled from the amniotic sac. Cleft palate is a developmental abnormality which can only be detected by sonography.
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