<P> Placental problems may cause low amniotic fluid . If the placenta is not providing enough blood and nutrients to the baby, then the baby may stop recycling fluid . </P> <Ul> <Li> Birth defects </Li> </Ul> <P> Birth defects may occur if the fetus has problems with the development of the kidneys or urinary tract, which could cause little urine production, and it can lead to low levels of amniotic fluid . </P> <Ul> <Li> Maternal complications </Li> </Ul>

Average amount of amniotic fluid at 36 weeks