Normal Findings In:

• Normal age, size, viability, position, and functional capacities of the fetus
• Normal placenta size, position, and structure; adequate volume of amniotic fluid
• BPP score of 8 to 10 is considered normal. Each of the fetal movements evaluated in the BPP is related to oxygen-dependent activities that originate from the central nervous system. Their presence is assumed to indicate normal brain function and absence of systemic hypoxia.

Abnormal Findings In:

• Abruptio placentae
• Adnexal torsion
• Cardiac abnormalities
• Ectopic pregnancy
• Fetal death
• Fetal hydrops
• Fetal malpresentation (breech, transverse)
• Hydrocephalus
• Intestinal atresia
• Myelomeningocele
• Multiple pregnancy
• Placenta previa
• Renal or skeletal defects
• BPP score between 4 and 6 is considered equivocal. Gestational age is important in determining intervals for retesting and/or a decision to deliver.