What does AMNIO mean?

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Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: Short for "amniocentesis," a medical procedure used to diagnose genetic disorders in a developing fetus by testing a sample of the amniotic fluid surrounding the fetus.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈæmniˌoʊ/; UK: /ˈæmniəʊ/

Origin and Usage: The term "amniocentesis" was coined in 1956 by two doctors, Drs. Steptoe and Edwards. The word "amnio" is a shortened form of this term and has been in use since the 1960s.

Synonyms: None

Related Words: Anima, Amine, Amino

Example Sentences:

• She decided to have an amnio to test for genetic disorders in her unborn child.
• The doctor performed an amnio to determine if the fetus had any chromosomal abnormalities.
• After the amnio, the doctor informed the couple that their baby was healthy and free of genetic disorders.