Diagnostic/Laboratory Flashcards
1
Q
pregnancy test
A
urine or serum; testing hCG levels
2
Q
pelvic ultrasound (sonography)
A
pertaining to the pelvis; process of recording sound (of the fetus)
3
Q
amniocentesis
A
surgical puncture to aspirate amniotic fluid; used to assess fetal health and maturity to aid in diagnosing fetal abnormalities
