Amniotic fluid is sampled by amniocentesis.

Amniotic fluid is sampled by amniocentesis.

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Only in late gestation
• D. Not used in clinical testing

Answer: (A)

Amniotic fluid sampling is performed using amniocentesis: a needle is guided into the amniotic sac under ultrasound to withdraw a small amount of fluid. This fluid provides fetal cells and biochemicals for testing, such as fetal karyotype and markers for neural tube defects, and the procedure is commonly done in mid-pregnancy (roughly 15–20 weeks), though it can be performed later if needed. Therefore, the statement is true.

Amniotic fluid sampling is performed using amniocentesis: a needle is guided into the amniotic sac under ultrasound to withdraw a small amount of fluid. This fluid provides fetal cells and biochemicals for testing, such as fetal karyotype and markers for neural tube defects, and the procedure is commonly done in mid-pregnancy (roughly 15–20 weeks), though it can be performed later if needed. Therefore, the statement is true.