Second Trimester (13 – 27 weeks)
At an antenatal visit, the expectant mother may be asked to give a urine specimen that will be screened for the presence of sugar and/or protein.
Other tests performed during the second trimester provide information to evaluate both actual and potential medical problems in the baby. These tests include:
Testing during the third trimester period is primarily directed toward preparation for the birth of a healthy baby and may include: