Question

The status of the fetus for genetic counseling can be determined by
A. Amniocentesis
B. Autopsy
C. Amnioacidopathy
D. Foetocentesis

Answer 1

Hint: It is done by using amniotic fluid from the pregnant lady. It’s also used to determine if the baby’s lungs are mature enough to survive outside the womb.
This test also helps to determine sex, when to deliver the baby to prevent complications etc.

Complete answer: Amniocentesis: Amniocentesis is a procedure in which the doctor removes a small amount of amniotic fluid from the womb of a pregnant lady.
The amount of fluid removed is about 30 cubic centimeters.
Amniotic fluid surrounds the unborn baby. This fluid contains some of the baby’s cells and is used to find out if the baby has any genetic abnormalities.

Autopsy: An autopsy is a surgical procedure that consists of a thorough examination of a corpse by dissection. It is used to determine the cause, mode, and manner of death or to evaluate any disease or injury that may be present for research or educational purposes.
It is also known as a post-mortem.

Amnioacidopathy: Any inborn error of metabolism of amino acids that produces a metabolic block that results in accumulation of one or more amino acids in the blood which is known as aminoacidemia or excess excretion of amino acid in the urine which is known as aminoaciduria, or having both the disease is known as aminoacidopathy.

So, the answer is A. Amniocentesis

Note: The amniotic fluid is tested for certain genetic disorders, including Down syndrome, spina bifida, and cystic fibrosis.