amniocenteses

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A form of amniocentesis — A procedure for obtaining amniotic fluid from a pregnant animal, by inserting a hollow needle through the abdominal wall and into the amniotic sac. Used in diagnosing possible genetic defects and/or obstetric complications, or simply to drain excess amniotic fluid.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of amniocentesis
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