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Amniocentesis

Developed by Medindia Content Team | Health Animation Reviewed by The Medindia Medical Review Team on Apr 10, 2014

Amniocentesis is a procedure done after 15th week of pregnancy to obtain samples of the amniotic fluid to test for genetic disorders. A simple animation depicting the procedure.

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The procedure/surgery depicted in this video is for information purpose only. Depending on the patient condition, the procedure/surgery methodology could vary in actuality.

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riya hari, India

Nice Animcation

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