Amniocentesis is a medical procedure in which a small amount of amniotic fluid is sampled from the uterus for prenatal testing. The term combines 'amnio-' (amniotic sac) and '-cententesis' (a surgical puncture). It is typically performed under ultrasound guidance to assess fetal health and detect genetic conditions. The word is primarily used in clinical and academic contexts.
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