amniocentesis
/ˌæmni.oʊsɛnˈtisɪs/
noun
- A medical procedure in which a small amount of amniotic fluid is taken from the uterus of a pregnant woman to test for genetic disorders or other health conditions in the baby.
- Amniocentesis is usually performed between the 15th and 20th weeks of pregnancy.
- The doctor recommended amniocentesis to check for chromosomal abnormalities.
- She decided to have amniocentesis after the ultrasound showed some concerns.