Amniocentesis

Amniocentesis

How an amniocentesis is done.

Wavy lines mean ultrasound waves. During amniocentesis, amniotic fluid is drawn from the uterus.

Current as of: November 9, 2022

Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:
Sarah Marshall MD - Family Medicine
Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine
Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine
Kirtly Jones MD - Obstetrics and Gynecology
Femi Olatunbosun MB, FRCSC - Obstetrics and Gynecology