Question

Disadvantages of amniocentesis is

• A. Determination of disease in advance
• B. Sex determination of unborn child
• C. Both a and b
• D. None of these

Hint:

Amniocentesis is legally permitted only for detecting genetic disorders like Down syndrome, hemophilia, or sickle-cell anemia.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Amniocentesis is a medical procedure used to test for chromosomal abnormalities and genetic defects in a fetus by analyzing amniotic fluid.
Step 2: While determining diseases (Option a) is a major medical advantage, the procedure also reveals the chromosomal sex of the fetus.
Step 3: The misuse of this information for female foeticide is considered a significant social disadvantage and has led to a statutory ban on sex determination in many countries.