A nonstress This test is considered a harmless, non-invasive pregnancy test. Non-invasive means that no skin is cut or entered into any body part. This test determines the fetal heartbeat while the baby is moving in the uterus. In most healthy babies, the heartbeat, also known as the fetal heart rate, increases during movement. In your case. nonstress Studies have shown that your heart rate is not normal. This may mean that your baby is not getting enough air. If this is the case, more testing and healing may be needed. Or, in some cases, a call for delivery can be made. The call is to begin of course before the seller gives you a drink or starts working with other means.
Other names: fetal nonstress test, NST
What is it used for?
A nonstress This test is used to test the baby’s heartbeat before birth. This test is usually done in the third trimester of pregnancy, usually between 38 and 42 months.
Why do I need a nonstress test?
Not all pregnant women have this a nonstress test. However, this test may be necessary.
- Your baby does not seem to be traveling as normal.
- You are late.
- You have a chronic disease such as high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, or a coagulation disorder.
- You have worsened during a previous pregnancy.
- Your blood is negative, a rare but possible critical condition in which your body makes antibodies against your baby’s blood.
- You have one or more babies (twins, triplets or more).
What happens during a nonstress test?
This test can be done in a special prenatal space in your doctor’s office or clinic. Usually the correct procedure is completed.
- The patient lies on a chair or examination table.
- Your midwife lubricates your belly with a special skin gel.
- Your midwife or gynecologist attaches two belt-type devices around your belly. They detect the baby’s heartbeat. The other records your heart rate.
- The physician moves the devices over the stomach until the baby’s heartbeat is detected.
- The baby’s heartbeat is registered on the monitor and the falls are recorded on paper.
- If the doctor notices that the baby is moving, he or she may be asked to press a button on the device. In this way, the physician can register the heart rate during the exercise.
- The test typically lasts up to 20 minutes.
- If the baby is inactive and not moving during this period, he or she may fall asleep. To wake the baby, the health care provider may place a small buzzer or other noisemaker on the abdomen. This does not harm the baby, but may make a sleepy baby even more agitated. The baby still has a chance to wake up after a snack or a good drink.
- Your health care provider will remove the harness. They will probably discuss the results with you shortly after the examination.
This procedure is not threatening at all. The so-called ” nonstress check” because there is no stress or risk to the child.
Should I prepare for the test?
No special preparation is required for this a nonstress test.
Is there any danger in the test ?
No danger to you or your baby a nonstress test.
What do the results mean?
The result of the NEPRESS test will appear as one of the correct results.
- Reactive or reassuring. This means that the baby’s heart rate increased two or more times during the test period.
- Unresponsive. This means that the baby’s heart rate did not increase when the mother moved or the baby did not move much.
A lack of response does not necessarily mean that the baby is having health problems. It is quite possible that the baby is sleeping and not waking up easily. A non-reactive rash can be caused by certain medications taken during pregnancy. However, if the results are not reactive, the physician may run further tests to see if there is cause for concern. If the baby is found to be at risk, a cure or prognosis may be necessary. Also, if the pregnancy is very late, an induced delivery may be necessary.
If you have questions about your results, discuss them with your health care provider.
Is there really anything else I should know? a nonstress test?
Additional noninvasive tests for fetal heart rhythm include the following
- Biophysical profile. This analysis combines a nonstress this with ultrasound. Ultrasound is an imaging analysis that uses sound waves to create an image. The ultrasound checks the baby’s breathing, muscle tone, and amniotic fluid levels.
- Reduced stress test. This analysis examines how the baby’s heart reacts when the uterus contracts. To stop the uterus from contracting, the nipples may be rubbed over your clothes or you may be given a drug called oxytocin, which induces contractions.
These studies do not suggest a general risk to you or your baby.
Provided by MedlinePlus at the State Medical Library.
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