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प्रश्न
Define amniocentesis.
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उत्तर
It is a technique in which amniotic fluid is withdrawn from the uterus of a pregnant lady and the amniotic cells are cultured and studied for cytological observations to determine any chromosomal abnormalities.
संबंधित प्रश्न
State True/False with explanation.
Creating awareness about sex-related aspects is an effective method to improve reproductive health of the people.
What is the causative organism for the following disease?
Gonorrhoea
AIDS is a deadly disease which is caused by :
(a) a protozoan
(b) a fungus
(c) a bacterium
(d) a virus
Give the role of amniocentesis.
What is the need for contraception?
A national level approach to build up a reproductively healthy society was taken up in our country in ______.
From the internet, gather information about the chromosome numbers of five animals and five plants. Correlate the number with the size of organism and answer the following questions.
- Do larger organisms have more number of chromosomes/cells?
- Can organism with fewer chromosomes reproduce more easily than organisms with more number of chromosomes?
- More the number of chromosomes/cells greater is the DNA content. Justify.
John and Radha were classmates since childhood. When Radha became eleven years old, she developed a little swelling on her neck. She visited the doctor who started medication for her. After a few years, John also developed a slight protrusion on his throat. He got worried and went to the doctor. But, the doctor assured him that it was a normal feature in boys while they are growing up. Can you think of any reasons for the difference in diagnoses?
Where was "Saheli" developed?
In which year did India launch the Family Planning Programme as the first national-level reproductive health awareness initiative?
