Pregnancy Week by Week/Week 5: Heart Development
Week 5: Heart Development
Week 5 marks a significant milestone in your pregnancy journey. This week, your baby's heart begins to form, a crucial step in early development. Alongside the heart, the brain and spinal cord also start to develop, laying the foundation for your baby's nervous system.
At this stage, tiny arm and leg buds begin to appear, signaling the start of limb formation. Your baby is now about the size of an apple seed, a small but mighty beginning to new life.
Your Body During Week 5
As your baby develops, your body undergoes various changes. Morning sickness may begin, accompanied by fatigue and breast tenderness. Frequent urination is also common as your body adjusts to pregnancy. Emotional changes may occur due to hormonal shifts, so it's important to take care of your mental well-being.
Hati Health Tips for Week 5
To help manage early pregnancy symptoms, stay hydrated to ease nausea and try eating small, frequent meals throughout the day. Getting plenty of rest is essential for your health and your baby's development. This is also a good time to begin researching prenatal care options to ensure a healthy pregnancy journey.
Additionally, this week is an ideal time to take a pregnancy test if you haven't already, to confirm your exciting news and start planning your next steps.
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Non-invasive Prenatal Test - Basic (NIPT - Basic)
The Non-Invasive Prenatal Test (NIPT – Basic) uses a simple blood sample from the mother to screen for common chromosomal conditions, including Trisomy 21 (Down syndrome), Trisomy 18, Trisomy 13, and sex chromosome aneuploidies like Turner and Klinefelter syndromes. It also includes fetal gender determination and may report incidental chromosomal findings.
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NIPT – Pro is a safe, non-invasive blood test available from 10 weeks of pregnancy. It screens for Trisomy 21, 18, 13, sex chromosome aneuploidies, and 92 microdeletions and duplications. It also includes fetal gender and incidental findings, giving parents a detailed view of their baby’s genetic health.
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Pregnancy Test (Serum)
Our Pregnancy Serum Test provides accurate, early detection of pregnancy by measuring hCG levels in the blood. Performed through a simple blood draw, this lab-based test offers greater sensitivity than urine tests and is ideal for confirming pregnancy soon after a missed period. Recommended for patients with early symptoms or those seeking reliable confirmation, it supports timely care and informed next steps.
Pregnancy Test (Urine)
A urine pregnancy test detects the hormone hCG, which is produced shortly after a fertilized egg implants in the uterus. Using a urine sample, the test identifies hCG through a simple device—typically showing a line or symbol for a positive result. A negative result suggests no hCG is detected, though early testing or improper use may affect accuracy.
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