Question

Identify the incorrect statements among the following
I. The use of amniocentesis was banned in 1970.  
II. Cervical cancer was caused by Herpes Simplex Virus  
III. Copper bearing IUDs, progestogen are emergency contraceptives.  
IV. 3-D cross sectional picture of CAT scan is called tomogram.  

• A. I & IV
• B. II & III
• C. III & IV
• D. II & IV

Hint:

Amniocentesis is used for prenatal genetic testing, and cervical cancer is primarily linked to Human Papillomavirus (HPV) infections. Always check the source of medical information.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Let's evaluate each of the statements:

1. The use of amniocentesis was banned in 1970: This is incorrect. The use of amniocentesis was not banned in 1970. It remains a commonly used prenatal genetic testing procedure, although its misuse for sex determination was banned in some countries. Statement I is incorrect.
2. Cervical cancer was caused by Herpes Simplex Virus: This is incorrect. Cervical cancer is primarily caused by persistent infection with high-risk strains of the Human Papillomavirus (HPV), not by Herpes Simplex Virus. Statement II is incorrect.
3. Copper-bearing IUDs and progestogen are emergency contraceptives: This is partially incorrect. Copper-bearing IUDs can be used as emergency contraception, but progestogen-based contraceptives (such as levonorgestrel pills) are used for regular contraception and are sometimes available as emergency contraceptives. However, the generalization is misleading. Statement III is incorrect.
4. A 3D cross-sectional picture in a CAT scan is called a tomogram: This is correct. The 3D image generated by a CAT (Computed Axial Tomography) scan is indeed referred to as a tomogram. Statement IV is correct.

Conclusion: The incorrect statements are II and III. Therefore, the correct answer is Option B.