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Fetal heart rate

Measurement

 

  • A transverse or longitudinal section of the heart is obtained.
  • Pulsed wave Doppler is used to obtain 6-10 cardiac cycles during fetal quiescence.
  • The fetal heart rate is calculated by the ultrasound machine software.

 Fetal heart rate