What tests should be done at 16 weeks of pregnancy
The 16th week of pregnancy is an important stage in the second trimester. At this time, fetal development enters a stable period, but pregnant women still need to undergo prenatal check-ups on time to ensure the health of mother and baby. The following are the examination items and precautions that need to be paid attention to during the 16th week of pregnancy. They are combined with the hot topics and hot content on the Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with structured data reference.
1. Routine prenatal check-up items
| Check items | Inspection purpose | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| blood pressure measurement | Monitor the risk of pregnancy-induced hypertension | The normal range is 90/60mmHg~140/90mmHg |
| weight measurement | Assessing whether weight gain during pregnancy is reasonable | It is recommended to gain about 0.5kg per week in the second trimester |
| Urine routine | Detect urine protein, urine sugar and other indicators | Need to fast or avoid morning urine |
| fetal heart rate monitoring | Assess whether the fetal heartbeat is normal | Normal fetal heart rate is 110~160 beats/minute |
2. Key screening items
| Check items | Check time | clinical significance |
|---|---|---|
| Down syndrome screening (mid-term) | 15~20 weeks | Assessing the risk of fetal chromosomal abnormalities |
| Non-invasive DNA testing | 12~22 weeks | High-precision screening for genetic diseases such as Down syndrome |
| B-ultrasound examination | 16~20 weeks | Observe fetal development and placental position |
3. Suggestions on recent hot topics
1.Nutritional supplement controversy: Recently, there has been a heated discussion on social platforms about “whether additional DHA supplementation is needed during pregnancy.” Medical experts suggest that DHA can be supplemented in an appropriate amount after 16 weeks, but it should be obtained through fish, nuts and other foods first.
2.Movement Guidelines Update: A health organization released data saying that moderate exercise (such as yoga and swimming) during the second trimester can reduce the risk of gestational diabetes. It is recommended to exercise 3 to 5 times a week for 30 minutes each time.
3.mental health concerns: The Weibo topic # Middle Pregnancy Emotion Management # has been read more than 200 million times, reminding pregnant women to be wary of prenatal anxiety and to relieve stress through mindfulness meditation or professional psychological consultation.
4. Precautions
1. If the Tang screening result shows a high risk, further amniocentesis is required to confirm the diagnosis, but it should be noted that this examination has a 0.5% to 1% risk of miscarriage.
2. There has been a high incidence of influenza in many places recently. Pregnant women should avoid going to crowded places and get vaccinated against influenza if necessary (inactivated vaccine is required).
3. The uterus increases significantly after 16 weeks. It is recommended to sleep on the left side to avoid hypotension caused by lying on your back.
5. Summary
The examination at 16 weeks of pregnancy focuses on monitoring fetal development and maternal health. Taking into account recent hot topics, pregnant women need to balance scientific examination and psychological adjustment. It is recommended to make an appointment for examination through the hospital’s official channels and avoid trusting non-professional information on the Internet. If you have abnormal symptoms (such as severe abdominal pain, vaginal bleeding), you need to seek medical treatment immediately.
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