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Amniocentesis is a prenatal procedure where a small sample of amniotic fluid is taken to test for genetic abnormalities in a fetus. It is usually done between weeks 15 and 20 of pregnancy and can help identify conditions like Down syndrome, spina bifida, and other chromosomal abnormalities.
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Proteins are formed of building blocks called?
Amino acids held together by peptide bonds.
Do carbohydrates have an amino group?
Yes because there is a carboxyl in a amino acid and one in a carbohydrate.
Proteins are polymers of what kind of molecule?
Proteins are polymers of amino acid molecules
Which atoms in all of the amino acids frin the amino portion of the molecule?
The atoms in the amino group of all amino acids are nitrogen (N) and hydrogen (H), as the amino group is composed of an amino (-NH2) functional group.
Why is the R group in amino acids?
The R group in an amino acid are what make that amino acid unique.
What is the suffix of centesis?
The suffix of "centesis" is "-esis."
What does the root word centesis mean?
The root word 'centesis' means 'puncture, perforate.'
Does centesis mean to see or a visual examination?
-centesis is a surgical punture of cavity for aspiration & drainage of fluid. As in thoracentesis,amniocentesis.
What suffix is a surgical punture?
The suffix for a surgical puncture is "-centesis."
What is the medical terminology combining form meaning surgical puncture?
centesis- is the suffix meaning a surgical puncture to remove fluid. An example would be amniocentesis. punturing of the aminotic sac to remove amnion for testing. -centesis
Is there a medical procedure called tapping to eliminate fluids?
Yes, a medical term for "tapping" is "centesis."
How do you divide tympanocentesis into its word part?
tym - pa - no - cen - te - sis
What is the medical terminology combining form meaning puncture?
-centesis is the medical terminology combining form meaning puncture.
What is the suffix of Arthrocentesis?
'osteo' is the prefix. 'arthro' is the root. 'itis' is the suffix. Together, it's osteoarthritis.
What is amniocenteses?
(pregnancy) extraction by centesis of amniotic fluid from a pregnant woman (after the 15th week of pregnancy) to aid in the diagnosis of fetal abnormalities
Syringe and Needle to withdraw fluid?
To remove fluid by suction with a needle is aspiration, which can be done through a centesis, which is a puncture of a body cavity.
What is surgical puncture of bronchus?
Bronchocentesis is the medical term meaning surgical puncture of the bronchus. Broncho- refers to the bronchus, and -centesis to surgical puncture.
