BioPhysical Profile Ultrasound

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A physician or midwife referral or order is required prior to beginning this type of ultrasound. 

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These types of ultrasounds are performed on fetuses in the third trimester (usually after 26 weeks pregnant).

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Biophysical profiles are a fetal wellbeing assessment that checks that status of the baby by evaluating fetal movement, fetal tone, breathing, amniotic fluid volume, the placenta and fetal position.

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There is a possible 8/8 points a baby can receive during this assessment.

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2 points = Fetal movement
 

2 points = Fetal tone (flexing or extending a leg or arm)
 

2 points= Fetal breathing (movement of the diaphragm for over 30 seconds)
 

2 points = Amniotic fluid volume

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Depending on the outcome of this assessment will determine whether the mom and baby will need closer surveillance, a NST test or possible early delivery. 

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This ultrasound will be interpreted by a licensed physician and your doctor made aware of the findings immediately after your exam.