Amniocentesis

 

 

Uses

 

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Procedure

  • usually carried out at 15-20 weeks, but can be as early as 13 weeks

 

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Risks

  • less than 1:200 risk of miscarriage
  • due to ultrasound, very small risk of fetal injury

 

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Patient Instructions

 

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