Which of the following statements concerning chorionic villus sampling are TRUE? (Select all that apply.)
A) A karyotype can be made from fetal cells.
B) It is usually performed between the 10th and 12th weeks of pregnancy.
C) It has fewer complications than does amniocentesis.
D) Biochemical analyses can be performed on fetal cells.
E) The fetal cells obtained usually do not need to be cultured.

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Chorionic villus sampling allows for karyotyping and biochemical analyses from fetal cells, is typically performed between the 10th and 12th weeks, and the cells usually do not need to be cultured. It does not necessarily have fewer complications than amniocentesis.

Which of the Following Statements Concerning Chorionic Villus Sampling Are