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Alpha-Fetoprotein Testing
Alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) is a substance produced by the liver of the fetus, and its exact function is unknown. A blood test can be done, though, that measures the levels of AFP in a mother's blood, whi... Read Entire Article
Amniocentesis and Chorionic Villus Sampling
What to Know About Amniocentesis and Chorionic Villus Sampling Would you like to know if the baby in your uterus is healthy? If you are like most women, your answer will be "yes." As you may ... Read Entire Article
Ultrasound Testing
Ultrasound machines use very high frequency sound waves, emitted from a transducer which is placed in contact with the mother’s belly. The sound waves scan the baby and are reflected back to the induc... Read Entire Article
Biophysical Profile (BBP)
While you are pregnant, your doctor may order a variety of tests that evaluate the well-being of your unborn child. The biophysical profile (BBP) is a pregnancy medical test which measures the health ... Read Entire Article
Glucose Screen and Tolerance Tests
At around 24 to 28 weeks of pregnancy, most practitioners will perform a routine check for gestational diabetes using a glucose screening test. Gestational diabetes is a condition that happens only du... Read Entire Article
Managing Pregnancy Medical Tests
The pregnancy test was positive. Are you feeling surprised, excited, scared, overwhelmed? Whatever your flood of emotions, as reality sets in and you move forward with this new adventure, you may hav... Read Entire Article
Pregnancy Medical Tests ... Should You Test?
Some people want to know everything. Some are more comfortable with just the basics. You will find that as you go through your pregnancy your doctor will talk to you about a variety of tests. Some ar... Read Entire Article
