An amniocentesis is performed on a woman believed to be at approximately 15 weeks gestation.A possible abnormality has been observed on her sonogram,and her serum alpha fetoprotein is elevated.
-Using the information provided,what type of fetal distress is suspected?

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The sonogram abnormality and elevated serum alpha fetoprotein indicate a suspected neural tube disorder, such as spina bifida or anencephaly. An amniocentesis can help confirm or rule out the diagnosis. Hemolytic disease of the newborn would not be detected by a sonogram or serum alpha fetoprotein test, and polyhydramnios or oligohydramnios are not specific to any particular fetal distress.

An Amniocentesis Is Performed on a Woman Believed to Be