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RCMultiple Choice

Unit Test — Cumulative exam

Question 20 • Medical Terminology - EL3620

How are amniocentesis and spinal taps similar?

Answer
A
Both involve withdrawal of fluids for testing.
B
Both are treatments for viral infections.
C
Both involve taking images of body regions.
D
Both are treatments for nervous system disorders.

Explanation

Amniocentesis withdraws a small amount of amniotic fluid for testing, while a spinal tap withdraws cerebrospinal fluid for testing. Both procedures therefore involve collecting fluid from the body to help with diagnosis, so the correct choice is “Both involve withdrawal of fluids for testing.”

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