Which of the following cannot be detected in a developing foetus by amniocentesis?

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Which of the following cannot be detected in a developing foetus by amniocentesis? (A) Jaundice (B) Down's syndrome (C) Cystic fibrosis (D) Colourblindness

Tardigrade Admin · Accepted Answer

Amniocentesis is used to detect hereditary and enzymatic abnormalities in the foetus. Down's syndrome, cystic fibrosis and colourblindness are genetic disorders while jaundice is an infectious disease.

Q. Which of the following cannot be detected in a developing foetus by amniocentesis?

Jaundice

Down's syndrome

Cystic fibrosis

Colourblindness

Amniocentesis is used to detect hereditary and enzymatic abnormalities in the foetus. Down's syndrome, cystic fibrosis and colourblindness are genetic disorders while jaundice is an infectious disease.