{"id":49784,"date":"2024-04-09T13:06:20","date_gmt":"2024-04-09T10:06:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/?p=49784"},"modified":"2024-04-09T13:40:33","modified_gmt":"2024-04-09T10:40:33","slug":"prenatal-tests-what-you-need-to-know-before-pregnancy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/prenatal-tests-what-you-need-to-know-before-pregnancy\/","title":{"rendered":"Prenatal Tests: What You Need to Know Before Pregnancy"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pregnancy is a miraculous time when your baby grows day by day inside the womb. Starting from the first day of your last period, this period, which lasts an average of 40 weeks, requires close monitoring of the baby&#8217;s development and the mother&#8217;s health.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To bring a healthy baby into the world, every expectant mother needs to undergo regular medical check-ups and some tests. While some of these tests are performed during pregnancy, others need to be done before conception to ensure a healthy pregnancy and reduce the likelihood of developing risky conditions. Therefore, especially for those planning to conceive, it is advisable to undergo some screenings about three months before conception for control purposes. Prospective mothers entering this phase should be aware of the tests conducted during pregnancy and coordinate with their doctors regarding the timing of these tests.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, what are these tests? What are their purposes and when are they done? Let&#8217;s explore together.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/prenatal-tests-what-you-need-to-know-before-pregnancy\/#What_are_Prenatal_Tests\" title=\"What are Prenatal Tests?\">What are Prenatal Tests?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/prenatal-tests-what-you-need-to-know-before-pregnancy\/#Preconception_Tests\" title=\"Preconception Tests\">Preconception Tests<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/prenatal-tests-what-you-need-to-know-before-pregnancy\/#Tests_During_Pregnancy\" title=\"Tests During Pregnancy\">Tests During Pregnancy<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/prenatal-tests-what-you-need-to-know-before-pregnancy\/#Why_are_Prenatal_Tests_Conducted\" title=\"Why are Prenatal Tests Conducted?\">Why are Prenatal Tests Conducted?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/prenatal-tests-what-you-need-to-know-before-pregnancy\/#Which_Tests_Should_Be_Done_Before_Pregnancy\" title=\"Which Tests Should Be Done Before Pregnancy?\">Which Tests Should Be Done Before Pregnancy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bebek.com\/en\/prenatal-tests-what-you-need-to-know-before-pregnancy\/#What_Tests_Should_be_Done_During_Pregnancy\" title=\"What Tests Should be Done During Pregnancy?\">What Tests Should be Done During Pregnancy?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_Prenatal_Tests\"><\/span><b>What are Prenatal Tests?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prenatal tests are divided into two stages: preconception tests and tests to be done during pregnancy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Preconception_Tests\"><\/span><b>Preconception Tests<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These are the procedures that need to be performed before the baby is conceived. The results of these tests can diagnose any unknown illness in the expectant mother, allow for treatments not possible during pregnancy, and eliminate risky conditions for the baby&#8217;s health and birth. Therefore, individuals planning to have children should first undergo a medical examination by a doctor, undergo the tests deemed appropriate by the doctor, and complete any necessary treatments before pregnancy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tests_During_Pregnancy\"><\/span><b>Tests During Pregnancy<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tests during pregnancy are screenings required to observe developments related to the baby and detect any risky situations after the fetus is visible in the womb. The results of these tests allow for the early detection of potential risks and the implementation of preventive measures. Based on these results, the delivery time can be determined more comfortably, or the pregnancy can be terminated without risking the lives of the mother and the baby.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_are_Prenatal_Tests_Conducted\"><\/span><b>Why are Prenatal Tests Conducted?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your doctor will ask you to undergo certain tests before your baby is born. Often, you&#8217;ll perceive these tests as routine procedures following your doctor&#8217;s orders. But why are these tests conducted during pregnancy?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prenatal tests and tests before pregnancy offer many benefits:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Determining your blood type in advance,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assessing your immunity to certain diseases,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Detecting anaemia and administering pre-pregnancy treatment if present,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Identifying any hereditary illnesses in your family and taking precautions,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Detecting and treating illnesses that cannot be treated during pregnancy,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eliminating factors that could pose a risk during childbirth,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Monitoring the development of the baby in the womb,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Detecting anomalies in the baby early and taking preventive measures,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Determining the date of delivery,<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Deciding whether the delivery should be cesarean or vaginal.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Tests_Should_Be_Done_Before_Pregnancy\"><\/span><b>Which Tests Should Be Done Before Pregnancy?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of the initial tests during pregnancy should ideally be completed before conception. However, couples often consult a doctor when they suspect pregnancy, typically when they experience a missed period, resulting in these procedures being performed during pregnancy. Therefore, these procedures are done while pregnant. Preconception tests, part of prenatal tests, should ideally be done when individuals decide to have a baby, before conception.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preconception tests include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Complete Blood Count (CBC)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Urine Analysis<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blood Group Determination<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maternal Bleeding Profile<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Routine Biochemistry Tests<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pelvic Ultrasonography<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smear Test<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TORCH Test<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) Test<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chromosomal Investigations<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There&#8217;s no specific time for preconception tests. Once a decision is made to have a baby, individuals should undergo necessary examinations and tests as advised by a gynaecologist. After confirming that your body is ready for pregnancy based on the test results, pregnancy is planned. However, considering the possibility of detecting previously unknown conditions in your body, these tests should have a certain time frame. Therefore, it is more appropriate to undergo pre-pregnancy tests about three months before conception.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Tests_Should_be_Done_During_Pregnancy\"><\/span><b>What Tests Should be Done During Pregnancy?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If pregnancy occurs unexpectedly, meaning preconception tests are not possible, the first tests to be performed after confirming pregnancy are preconception tests. Therefore, it wouldn&#8217;t be wrong to say that these tests are also pregnancy tests. These tests are conducted after the initial examination. In addition to preconception tests, the following tests are among those required during pregnancy:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hepatitis B Test<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HIV (AIDS) Test<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nuchal Translucency (NT) Test<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) Blood Test<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Combined Screening Test<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Triple Test<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Amniocentesis<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Detailed Ultrasound Scan<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cordocentesis<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Glucose Screening Test<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indirect Coombs (IDC) Test<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tests during pregnancy may not always provide definitive results. An expectant mother should not succumb to unnecessary anxieties based on the results of tests for chromosomal abnormalities. It should be noted that these tests only determine probabilities.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pregnancy is a miraculous time when your baby grows day by day inside the womb. 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