38 devices · GMDN 44071
An amniocentesis kit is a sterile, single-use set of tools used to safely withdraw amniotic fluid from the uterus for diagnostic testing. Clinically, it helps detect fetal genetic disorders like Down syndrome or neural tube defects when performed between 16–18 weeks, or assesses lung maturity in late pregnancy.
These kits are regulated as medical devices and must meet safety standards for sterile procedures and fluid handling. They are typically supplied as complete, ready-to-use systems, requiring no additional medications or prescription beyond standard clinical protocols.
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