| 31. | Genetic screening tests, such as amniocentesis, are available in Japan but rarely used.
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| 32. | If one were to attempt to sample foetal DNA, one method would be amniocentesis.
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| 33. | An amniocentesis rarely causes and abortion.
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| 34. | For instance, the prenatal tests amniocentesis and CVS both carry a small risk of miscarriage.
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| 35. | Unlike amniocentesis, it is considered safe, noninvasive and painless for both mother and child.
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| 36. | Sophia chose not to have amniocentesis.
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| 37. | CVS is harder to perform than amniocentesis, and fewer doctors are trained to do it.
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| 38. | Melzak-Klein said she felt guilt-ridden for having had the amniocentesis at all.
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| 39. | Amniocentesis : Optional test performed during second trimester, usually at between 15th and 18th week.
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| 40. | Amniocentesis and CVS are diagnostic tests.
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