All the lab tests related to Antenatal

All the lab tests related to Antenatal

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Antenatal (pregnancy) lab tests help monitor maternal health, fetal development, and detect potential complications.

First Trimester (0–12 Weeks):

1. Complete Blood Count (CBC): Checks for anemia, infections, and overall blood health.
2. Blood Group & Rh Factor Test: Identifies compatibility issues that may lead to Rh incompatibility.
3. Urine Routine & Culture: Detects urinary tract infections (UTIs), protein, and glucose levels.
4. Thyroid Function Tests (TSH, FT3, FT4): Ensures proper thyroid function for fetal development.
5. Random Blood Sugar (RBS) or Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS): Screens for gestational diabetes risk.
6. HIV Test (ELISA or Rapid Test): Detects maternal HIV status for early intervention.
7. Hepatitis B (HBsAg) & Hepatitis C (Anti-HCV) Tests: Checks for viral infections that could affect the baby.
8. VDRL or RPR (Syphilis Test): Detects syphilis, which can cause congenital abnormalities.
9. Rubella IgG Test: Determines immunity to rubella, which can cause birth defects.
10. Toxoplasmosis IgG & IgM: Screens for Toxoplasma gondii infection, harmful in pregnancy.

Second Trimester (13–27 Weeks):

11. Glucose Challenge Test (GCT) / Glucose Tolerance Test (GTT): Diagnoses gestational diabetes.
12. Triple Marker Test (AFP, hCG, Estriol) / Quad Marker Test (+ Inhibin A): Assesses risk for Down syndrome and neural tube defects.
13. Anomaly Scan (Ultrasound): Detects fetal structural abnormalities.
14. Urine Protein Test: Monitors for preeclampsia (high protein in urine).

Third Trimester (28–40 Weeks):

15. Group B Streptococcus (GBS) Test: Detects Streptococcus agalactiae, which can cause newborn infections.
16. Doppler Ultrasound: Evaluates fetal blood flow and placenta function.
17. Non-Stress Test (NST): Monitors fetal heart rate and movement.
18. Amniotic Fluid Index (AFI): Measures amniotic fluid levels for fetal well-being.

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