Medical Definition of TRANSDUCTION. 1. : the action or process of converting something and especially energy or a message into another form. 2. : the transfer of genetic material from one organism (as a bacterium) to another by a genetic vector and especially a bacteriophageâcompare transformation 2.
Having cramps once you're past 37 weeks may mean you're in the early stages of labour. At this stage your pregnancy has reached term, so the cramps are a normal part of your body gearing up to give birth.
Although mild tummy cramps are a very normal part of early pregnancy, itâs a good idea to mention them to your midwife or GP, especially if they get worse. They can check that there arenât any underlying problems, such as constipation or a urinary tract infection.