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Pregnancy comes along with lots of responsibilities and it starts right after you find out that you are pregnant. Do not get carried away in the joy that you feel because there are certain mandatory tests that you must do and you must do them on time. The first step is to consult a healthcare provider. He or she may recommend regular tests and screenings. Here are a list of some of those tests which you must take.
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The first test and screenings are an ultrasound and blood test. Through this diagnostic technique, you will know for sure if you are pregnant as many a times, self test kits could be wrong. This shall confirm your pregnancy and whether or not the baby is healthy. Ultrasounds should be done throughout the pregnancy period to track the baby’s health and find out your due date.
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Genetic screening is necessary to detect birth abnormalities. Many of these abnormalities can be detected before birth and that is why doctors recommend it.
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Glucose testing is a very basic test that is done to test the blood sugar level of the mother.
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During the pregnancy period, every health care provider will regularly monitor the foetus to track its health, growth and safety. In this test, the doctors will check the heart rate of the foetus, its rate and rhythm and also other functions of the baby and the mother.
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This test is done when a mother is pregnant in order to detect open neural tube defects like spina bifida and chromosomal disorders. It can also detect other genetic defects which may increase chances of the baby’s survival and good health.
