Author Question: An antibody is any foreign protein substance capable of triggering an immune response. Indicate ... (Read 109 times)

Garrulous · **on:** Jul 12, 2018

An antibody is any foreign protein substance capable of triggering an immune response.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

Jeff and Brenda are expecting their first child. Name and explain three prenatal tests or procedures Brenda may undergo to evaluate the fetus.

What will be an ideal response?

fdliggud · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 12, 2018

Answer to Question 1

FALSE

Answer to Question 2

(any three of the following):
1. Amniocentesis - common test recommended for women over 35 in which a small amount of fluid is drawn from the amniotic sac and tested for Down syndrome and other abnormalities.
2. Chorionic villus sampling (CVS) - tissue is snipped from the fetal sac and analyzed for genetic defects; used mainly in high-risk situations.
3. Triple marker screen (TMS) - common blood test used to identify certain birth defects and genetic abnormalities. Brenda may alternatively have a quad screen or an integrated screen, which add other components.
4. Ultrasound - common procedure that uses sound waves to create an image of the fetus to show its size and position.