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What types of fetal cell sampling can be used to analyze chromosome aberration in te fetus?
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There are two methods for sampling cells from a fetus: amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling (CVS). Amniocentesis
Amniocentesis involves analysing a sample of the fluid surrounding the fetus in the womb (the amniotic fluid). It is performed from 15 weeks of pregnancy onwards.
Using ultrasound to guide the way, a fine needle is inserted through the mother's abdomen and into the fluid surrounding the fetus. 20ml of amniotic fluid is removed and sent for analysis.
Chorionic villus sampling (CVS)
CVS analyses a sample of the placenta and is performed from 11 weeks onwards.
Using ultrasound to guide the way, a needle is inserted through the mother's abdomen into the developing placenta. Suction is applied and a small sample of tissue is sent to the laboratory.
See: http://www.netdoctor.co.uk/diseases/facts/chromosomeabnormality.htm
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