The nipple stimulation test helps doctors determine the wellbeing of the fetus. The test may either be used on its own or following a nonstress test.
The nipple stimulation test uses the electronic fetal monitor with both pressure transducers and ultrasound. Your doctor will ask you to roll your nipple between your fingers to stimulate the release of oxytocinOxytocin is a pregnancy hormone that both stimulates breast milk production and stimulates uterine contractions. Synthetic oxytocins have been created to induce labor.
Visit our comprehensive glossary for more pregnancy terms and definitions. and promote mild uterine contractions.
During the contractions your doctor will monitor the fetal heart rate to determine whether the fetus is in distress. The test takes approximately forty five minutes to complete.
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This test is used if your doctor suspects that the fetus is in distress.
There are few, if any, risks associated with this test. Premature labor has not been a regular complication of this test.
The test is performed during the third trimester and may be repeated weekly or every other week.
According to the fetal response, the test may be repeated every other week, or weekly.
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