When does it take place?
❧ Usually after 36 weeks, with repetitions every week (or more often if necessary).
❧ In some cases, it may be necessary and earlier in pregnancy.
Duration & Procedure
❧ Duration: 20-40 minutes
❧ Painless & simple test
The pregnant woman lies down and wears two zones around the abdomen:
❧ One for the recording of fetal heartbeats.
❧ One for the recording of uterine contractions (if any).
Normal cardiogram values
❧ Fetal pulses: 110-160 beats/minute (basic frequency).
❧ Volatility: Swinging more than 5 beats/minute.
❧ Accelerations: Increase in heart rate when the fetus moves.
❧ No prolonged slowdowns during the examination.
❧ Control of the autonomic nervous system of the fetus, which regulates heart function.
❧ Check for signs of hypoxiato ensure adequate oxygenation of the fetus.
❧ Recording of contractions for possible onset of labour.
❧ The midwife comes to your home, carries out the examination and the result stored & sent to your obstetrician.
❧ Necessary medical order by the attending obstetrician to perform the examination.
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