At 35 weeks of pregnancy, a woman experiences preterm labor. Although tocolytics are administered and she is placed on bed rest, she continues to experience regular uterine contractions, and her cervix is beginning to dilate and efface. What would be an important test for fetal well-being at this time?

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Amniocentesis for fetal lung maturity is important at 35 weeks to assess if the fetus's lungs are developed enough for delivery, as preterm labor is occurring.

At 35 Weeks of Pregnancy, a Woman Experiences Preterm Labor