During the first trimester of pregnancy (under 14 weeks), your doctor will often request an early obstetrical ultrasound, sometimes called a dating ultrasound. Its best performed at, or after, seven weeks and will confirm whether you are pregnant, as well as the number of babies youre expecting.

Can you eat before obstetric ultrasound?

Can I eat before having an obstetric ultrasound? You can eat before your ultrasound. You are required to have a full bladder. It is necessary to drink 600-800ml of water two hours prior to the scan and refrain from going to the toilet before the scan.

What is a good biophysical profile score?

What does the biophysical profile test score indicate? A total score of 10 points or eight out of 10 points with normal amniotic fluid volume is regarded as normal. A score of six indicates that there may be problems that require further evaluation or monitoring.

Is a biophysical profile routine?

A Biophysical Profile (BPP) is a test that is performed in late pregnancy using ultrasound and fetal monitoring. The Biophysical Profile is done as a way to try to watch how your baby is doing at the end of pregnancy.