Too little or too much AFP in the blood can indicate a(n) ________ abnormality known as a neural tube defect. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

fetal
Too little or too much alpha fetoprotein (AFP) in the mother's blood can indicate a fetal abnormality known as a neural tube defect.

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