The biggest drawback to amniocentesis is that it can cause
A) miscarriages in 1 of every 100 women who undergo the procedure.
B) Cesarean deliveries.
C) mental retardation.
D) the unborn child to be infertile.

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Amniocentesis carries a risk of miscarriage, which is estimated to occur in approximately 1 in every 100 to 1 in every 200 procedures. The other options listed are not recognized risks associated with amniocentesis.

The Biggest Drawback to Amniocentesis Is That It Can Cause