Amniocentesis

==English==
===Pronunciation===
*AHD:/am'-nē-ō-sen-tē"-sĭs/
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===Etymology===
Amnio-, from amnion, + -centesis
===Noun===
# 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.
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