Genetic testing performed on cells of the placenta is called ____, while a similar procedure that uses cells derived from the amniotic fluid is called ____.
A) placenta sampling; chorionic villus sampling
B) trophoblast testing; amniocentesis
C) trophoblast testing; chorionic villus sampling
D) chorionic villus sampling; amniocentesis
E) placenta sampling; amniocentesis

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Chorionic villus sampling (CVS) involves taking a sample of cells from the placenta, while amniocentesis involves taking a sample of the amniotic fluid surrounding the fetus.

Genetic Testing Performed on Cells of the Placenta Is Called