Biophysical profile

A biophysical profile (BPP) is a prenatal ultrasound evaluation of fetal well-being involving a scoring system, with the score being termed Manning's score. It is often done when a non-stress test (NST) is non reactive, or for other obstetrical indications.

Biophysical profile
SynonymsBPP
Purposeprenatal evaluation ultrasound

The "modified biophysical profile" consists of the NST and amniotic fluid index only.

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