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

Which of the following cannot be detected in a developing foetus by amniocentesis?
  1. Klinefelter's syndrome
  2. Sex of the foetus
  3. Down's syndrome
  4. Jaundice

Solution

Amniocentesis is a foetal sex determination test based on the chromosomal pattern in the amniotic fluid surrounding the developing embryo. Jaundice is a condition not based on chromosomal pattern. It is a disease related to liver dysfunctions.

Asked in: NEET 2013 (All India)

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