It’s a universal journey occurring between conception and 12 weeks (3 months) of pregnancy
Screening tests give information about your baby’s risk of a chromosome disorder. This testing is optional, and not all pregnant women have it. Some of these tests also screen for problems with your baby’s brain or spine.
Preconception counselling is an appointment with your healthcare provider that helps you plan for a future pregnancy. You’ll discuss your family history, risk factors, medical conditions and lifestyle. This appointment is an important part of a planned and healthy pregnancy.
Cervical screening is a test of the length of cervix and help to prevent preterm labour.
A Fetal Viability Scan is an ultrasound examination usually carried out at 7 to 12 weeks, to confirm that the pregnancy is developing normally and to provide reassurance. Additionally, this scan will confirm or exclude whether twins are present.
When a patient experiences repeated abortion (two or more) before viability (<24 weeks), these patients require special investigations and management.
Blood pressure measurements are routinely used to screen for preeclampsia. The patient’s blood pressure should be measured while she is relaxed, quiet, and in a sitting position, with her legs uncrossed and her back supported. The patient’s arm should be at the level of the right atrium of the heart.
Screening tests may vary slightly depending on your health care provider, but generally include: Initial glucose challenge test. You’ll drink a glucose solution. Two hour later, you’ll have a blood test to measure your blood sugar level.
