Bioethics: Chapter 14 Genetic
Engineering Q&A – Prenatal
Testing, Eugenics, Genomics &
Disease Case Studies (Exam
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amniocentesis - answer method of prenatal
diagnosis in which a needle is used to withdraw
fluid from the amniotic sac within the uterus of a
pregnant woman; fluid w/drawn is tested for
genetic anomalies
autosomes - answer non-sex determining
chromosomes; humans have 22 pairs
blastocyst - answer outer/inner cell layer from
which an embryo develops; the stage at which
implantation in the uterus lining occurs
chorionic villus sampling (CVS) - answer method of
genetic testing whereby a flexible catheter
inserted through the vagina and cervix sucks out a