Essential Diagnostic Tests During Pregnancy

Pregnancy is a time of significant physiological changes. Regular diagnostic testing ensures both mother and baby stay healthy throughout the journey.

First Trimester Tests (Weeks 1-12)

• Blood Group & Rh Factor: Critical for Rh incompatibility
• CBC: Baseline blood health and anaemia screening
• Blood Sugar: Baseline glucose levels
• Thyroid Profile: TSH critical for fetal brain development
• HIV, Hepatitis B & C, VDRL: Infectious disease screening
• Urine Analysis: Kidney function and UTI screening

Second Trimester Tests (Weeks 13-26)

• Glucose Tolerance Test (GTT): Gestational diabetes screening (24-28 weeks)
• Iron Studies: Anaemia prevention
• Thyroid Recheck: Medication adjustment if needed
• Urine Culture: UTI detection

Third Trimester Tests (Weeks 27-40)

• CBC: Monitor haemoglobin before delivery
• Blood Sugar: Continue diabetes monitoring
• Group B Streptococcus: Infection screening (35-37 weeks)
• Liver & Kidney Function: Pre-eclampsia screening

Tips for Healthy Pregnancy Testing

• Keep a testing schedule with your doctor
• Don't skip prescribed tests
• Fast properly when required for accurate results
• Home sample collection is especially convenient during pregnancy

Aarvak Diagnostics provides all pregnancy-related pathology tests with gentle, experienced phlebotomists. Book your appointment.