Contraction Stress Test

Oxytocin Challenge Test

What To Think About

• A contraction stress test may show decelerations when your baby is not actually having problems. This is called a false-positive result.
• Some doctors use oxytocin instead of nipple stimulation because nipple stimulation can cause long, uncontrolled contractions.

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Author:	Maria G. Essig, MS, ELS	Last Updated: February 22, 2008
Medical Review:	Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine Liisa Honey, MD, FRCSC - Obstetrics and Gynecology
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