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With advancing technology, screening for fetal abnormalities has galloped ahead, and the test behind the new study become widespread about 10 years ago.

It also offers researchers a way to develop replicas of human tissue that could be used to improve human health, such as building organs for transplantation, studying disease progression and screening new drugs.

Some have taken proactive steps, such as undergoing early screenings or preventive surgeries, which in some cases led to early cancer detection or reduced their risk of heart disease.

“No Other Land” has yet to find U.S. distribution, although it received an Oscar-qualifying theatrical run at New York’s Film at Lincoln Center and is screening worldwide.

“We do a terrible job of screening for many diseases,” Benjamin said.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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