{"id":24518,"date":"2021-09-30T12:28:46","date_gmt":"2021-09-30T12:28:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.boredmom.com\/?p=24518"},"modified":"2024-01-18T15:32:17","modified_gmt":"2024-01-18T15:32:17","slug":"routine-testing-for-pregnancy-first-second-third-trimester","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stage.boredmom.com\/?p=24518","title":{"rendered":"Routine Testing For Pregnancy: First, Second &#038; Third Trimester"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Being pregnant can be an exciting time. I remember &#8216;nesting&#8217; and being so busy planning for my baby&#8217;s room, wardrobe, and other fun baby things. But did you know there is also a timeline for testing during the three trimesters of pregnancy? Check out this useful infographic to see what tests to expect.<!--more--><\/p>\n<p data-sourcepos=\"1:1-1:258\">Routine prenatal care throughout your pregnancy is essential for monitoring both your health and your baby&#8217;s development. The specific tests and screenings you&#8217;ll receive will vary depending on your trimester, but here&#8217;s a general overview of what to expect:<\/p>\n<h2 data-sourcepos=\"3:1-3:26\"><strong>First Trimester (Weeks 1-12)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Initial visit:<\/strong>\u00a0This comprehensive visit will involve a complete physical exam,\u00a0pelvic exam,\u00a0urine test,\u00a0and blood test.\u00a0The blood test checks for anemia,\u00a0blood type and Rh factor,\u00a0immunity to certain infections,\u00a0and baseline health markers.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Dating ultrasound:<\/strong>\u00a0This ultrasound determines your due date,\u00a0confirms the number of fetuses,\u00a0and assesses early fetal development.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul data-sourcepos=\"5:1-5:113\">\n<li data-sourcepos=\"8:1-9:0\"><strong>Genetic screening:<\/strong>\u00a0Optional blood tests like the nuchal translucency (NT) scan or combined first-trimester screen can assess the risk of chromosomal abnormalities like Down syndrome.<\/li>\n<li data-sourcepos=\"8:1-9:0\"><strong>Anomaly scan:<\/strong> This detailed ultrasound,\u00a0typically performed around 20 weeks,\u00a0examines your baby&#8217;s anatomy and organs for any potential abnormalities.<\/li>\n<li data-sourcepos=\"8:1-9:0\"><strong>Group B strep test:<\/strong> This swab test,\u00a0done around 35-37 weeks,\u00a0checks for the presence of Group B Streptococcus bacteria in your vagina.\u00a0If positive,\u00a0you&#8217;ll receive antibiotics during labor to prevent the bacteria from infecting your baby.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Third Trimester (Weeks 28-40)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul data-sourcepos=\"19:1-21:25\">\n<li data-sourcepos=\"19:1-19:147\"><strong>Regular prenatal checkups:<\/strong>\u00a0These involve monitoring your weight,\u00a0blood pressure,\u00a0and urine for signs of gestational diabetes or preeclampsia.<\/li>\n<li data-sourcepos=\"20:1-20:116\"><strong>Non-stress test (NST):<\/strong>\u00a0This painless test measures your baby&#8217;s heart rate variability in response to movement.<\/li>\n<li data-sourcepos=\"21:1-21:25\"><strong>Biophysical profile (BPP):<\/strong>\u00a0This combines an NST with an ultrasound assessment of amniotic fluid volume and fetal breathing and movement.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-sourcepos=\"23:1-23:21\"><strong>Additional tests:<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul data-sourcepos=\"25:1-27:0\">\n<li data-sourcepos=\"25:1-25:161\"><strong>Amniocentesis:<\/strong>\u00a0This invasive procedure extracts amniotic fluid to diagnose chromosomal abnormalities.\u00a0It&#8217;s typically recommended for high-risk pregnancies.<\/li>\n<li data-sourcepos=\"26:1-27:0\"><strong>Chorionic villus sampling (CVS):<\/strong>\u00a0Similar to amniocentesis,\u00a0CVS extracts placental tissue for chromosomal analysis.\u00a0It&#8217;s done earlier in pregnancy than amniocentesis.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-sourcepos=\"28:1-28:236\">Remember, this is just a general overview, and your individual prenatal testing schedule may vary based on your doctor&#8217;s recommendations and your specific health needs. 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