Asked by Talitha Island on Sep 23, 2024

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Which of the following is a blood test?

A) Amniocentesis
B) Karyotype
C) Chorionic villus sampling
D) Pedigree

Amniocentesis

A medical procedure used in prenatal diagnosis where a small amount of amniotic fluid is sampled from the amniotic sac around a developing fetus.

Karyotype

The number and visual appearance of the chromosomes in the cell nuclei of an organism or species.

Chorionic Villus Sampling

A prenatal test in which a sample of chorionic villi from the placenta is taken to test for genetic abnormalities in the fetus.

  • Understand different diagnostic tests and procedures used in medical practice.
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LaDrelle Fryson5 days ago
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Karyotype is a blood test that can be used to examine chromosomes in a sample of cells. This test can help identify genetic disorders.