Identify the diagnostic test used to detect the sex of the foetus from the following:
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A
ELISA
B
WIDAL
C
Amniocentesis
D
Urine analysis
Correct Answer
Amniocentesis
Detailed Explanation
Statutory ban is imposed on amniocentesis for sex-determination to legally check increasing menace of female foeticides. In aminocentesis some of the amniotic fluid of the developing foetus is taken to analyse the fetal cells and dissolved substances. This procedure is used to test for the presence of certain genetic disorders such as, down syndrome, haemoplilia, sickle-cell anemia, etc., determine the survivability of the foetus.
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