Screening Test
NST
A nonstress test (NST) is usually done when a health care provider wants to check on the health of the fetus, such as in a high- risk pregnancy or when the due date has passed. The test checks to see if the baby responds normally to stimulation and is getting enough oxygen.
How many times NST is done in pregnancy?
You might start getting weekly or twice weekly nonstress testing after 28 weeks if you have a high-risk pregnancy. (Before 28 weeks, the test isn’t accurate.) You may only need one isolated NST if the baby is not moving well. You may need the test more often depending on your situation.
Colposcopy
A colposcopy is a medical procedure used to examine the cervix, vagina, and vulva for signs of disease or abnormal cell growth. It’s typically performed when a Pap smear or HPV test indicates abnormal cell changes.
Colposcopy can detect:
– Cervical dysplasia (abnormal cell growth)
– Cervical cancer
– Vaginal or vulvar lesions – Genital warts
Breast Screening
Breast screening can help to find breast cancers early when they are too small to see or feel. These cancers are usually easier to
treat than larger ones.