Biophysical Profile

*Prenatal test to check fetal wellbeing in a pregnant woman

*Usually done after 32 weeks but can be done sooner after 24 weeks

Breathing Movements At least 1 lasting 60 seconds in a 30-minute period 0 breathing movements

Body Movements 3 movements in 30 minutes 2 or less in 30 minutes

Muscle Tone 1 extension & flexion in 30 minutes Slow

Heart Rate Reactivity 2 or more 15X15 in 20 minutes Less than 2 accelerations

Amniotic Fluid Volume 1 cm in 2 planes No fluid or less than 1 cm of fluid

8-10 Normal
4-6 Possible Issue
<4 need for delivery

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