A biophysical profile (BPP) test measures the health of your baby
(fetus) during pregnancy. A BPP test may include a non stress test with
electronic fetal heart monitoring and a fetal ultrasound. The BPP
measures your baby's heart rate, muscle tone, movement, breathing, and
the amount of amniotic fluid around your baby. A BPP is commonly done in
the last trimester of pregnancy. If there is a chance that your baby
may have problems during your pregnancy (high-risk pregnancy), a BPP may
be done by 32 to 34 weeks or earlier. Some women with high-risk
pregnancies may have a BPP test every week or twice a week in the third
trimester. It is usually done to keep track of your baby’s health.
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