A Pregnant Patient Who Has Had a Prior Obstetric History

Multiple Choice

A pregnant patient who has had a prior obstetric history of preterm labors is pregnant with her third child. The physician has ordered a fetal fibronectin test. Which instructions should be given to the patient regarding this clinical test?

A) Patient must be NPO prior to testing.
B) Blood work will be drawn every week to help confirm the start of preterm labor.
C) Patient should refrain from sexual activity prior to testing.
D) A urine specimen will be collected for testing.