1. How early in pregnancy can you take a pregnancy test?
After conception, the female body produces a hormone called human chorionic villi (hCG). This hormone increases rapidly in early pregnancy, so pregnancy can be detected with a pregnancy test. Normally, it takes about 7-10 days from the time a fertilized egg implants for hCG to reach a level that can be detected. Therefore, from the shortest cycle point of view, an early pregnancy test can be performed on the 11th day after pregnancy.
2. What is a pregnancy test strip?
Pregnancy test strips are a simple, convenient and fast way to measure hCG levels in urine. It is commonly used for home testing and preliminary screening. Pregnancy test strips are very simple to use: insert the test strip into the collected urine, wait a few minutes and observe the result. If two lines appear on the test strip, the urine contains high enough hCG levels to confirm pregnancy.
3. What is B-ultrasound examination?
B-ultrasound examination uses ultrasound imaging technology to observe the internal situation and determine whether you are pregnant. B-ultrasound examination is usually performed between the 5th and 8th weeks of pregnancy. This method can determine the number, size, and position of the fetus. B-ultrasound examination is a non-invasive examination method that does no harm to the mother or fetus.
4. How long after pregnancy can you hear the fetal heartbeat?
Hearing the fetal heartbeat is an important sign of fetal health. Typically, between the 9th and 12th weeks of pregnancy, doctors can use a Doppler instrument to hear the fetal heartbeat. During this period, the fetus has developed and the beating of the fetal heart can be detected by a Doppler instrument.
5. How early in pregnancy do you need prenatal check-up?
Prenatal examination is a series of medical examinations performed to ensure that both mother and fetus can survive the entire pregnancy safely. Usually, the first prenatal check-up is required between the 8th and 12th weeks of pregnancy, and prenatal checkups are required every 4-6 weeks until the end of labor.
6. How long after pregnancy do you need to pay attention to your diet?
Diet is very important for good health, especially during pregnancy. It is recommended that you pay attention to your diet from the beginning of pregnancy and avoid excessive intake of sugar, salt, etc. In addition, it is necessary to increase the intake of nutrients such as protein, calcium and iron to ensure the healthy development of the fetus.
