Pre-Conception and First Trimester
Pre-Conception (Pre-Pregnancy) and First Trimester (up to 12 weeks)
If you are considering having a child then arrange a consultation with a healthcare professional who, based on family and medical histories, will be able to recommend which laboratory tests should be performed. The preferred tests used at this time will vary, but may include:
- Pregnancy test
- Rubella (German Measles) immunity
- HIV
- Hepatitis B screen
- Syphilis
- Haemoglobin
- Haemoglobin abnormalities
- Blood type and antibody screen
- Urine culture and sensitivity
- Screening for Down's syndrome-Maternal Screening (incorporating chorionic villus sampling)
More information on antenatal testing and pre-conception genetic testing can be obtained at:
NHS Health Information Resources
NHS Choices
