[IB Biology SL at GHS: Human Reproduction]

18. Why is amniotic fluid collected during prenatal testing for abnormal chromosomes?

A) To obtain uterine cells.

B) To obtain fetal cells (which can then be checked for abnormal chromosome numbers).

C) To obtain dissolved chemical by-products of fetal development.

D) To replace it with fluid containing special growth hormones.

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