Genetics & Birth Defects

3. someone who has the trait in the DNA but does not display the trait.
6. Utilizes sound waves to detect the health and development of the fetus.
10. Health risks for the mother and baby tend to increase if the mother is over age __________
11. A birth defect caused by alcohol consumption during pregnancy.
14. Recessive genes will only produce a trait when it is transmitted by ________ parents at the same time.
15. Stronger genes are known as ________ and need only one to pass on the characteristic.
16. Blond hair and blue eyes are examples of _________ traits.

1. The risk of having a baby with neural tube defects including Spina Bifida can be reduced if the pregnant woman gets enough _____..
2. Factors knows to cause birth defects.
4. Combined effects of two or more genes.
5. pregnancy increases risks for high blood pressure, lack of prenatal care, preterm birth, and low birthweight.
7. Each sperm and ovum cell contributes 23 __________.
8. Genetic _______ analyze genetic tests and inform and advise individuals and families on their risk for inheriting certain diseases.
9. Carry inherited traits which pass on physical characteristics from one generation to
12. Inserting a needle through the abdominal wall and into the uterus and withdrawing some amniotic fluid to detect birth defects.
13. The study of how your behaviors and environment can cause changes that affect the way your genes work.