Pregnancy is the period of time when a fetus develops inside a woman's uterus and ends with the birth of the infant. The following are some tests related to pregnancy which may be performed either to diagnose existing problems or screen for potential problems.
Pre-Conception (Pre-Pregnancy) and First Trimester (up to 12 weeks)
When having a child consult a health care professional who, based on family and medical histories, will be able to recommend which laboratory tests should be performed. The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists recommend some general tests and specific tests in particular circumstances. Tests usually performed in all pregnant women include:
Tests that will be performed on only some women include:
More information on antenatal testing and pre-conception genetic testing can be obtained at:
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