Doppler flow studies (umbilical velocimetry) help to assess which of the following?
1. Placental function and sufficiency
2. Fetal heart rate
3. Fetal growth and fluid levels
4. Maturity of the fetal lungs
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Explanation: 1. Doppler flow studies (umbilical velocimetry) help to assess placental function and sufficiency. Uteroplacental insufficiency is a risk for a woman with preeclampsia. If fetal growth restriction is present, Doppler velocimetry of the umbilical artery is useful for fetal surveillance.
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