{"id":10284,"date":"2025-08-26T21:32:01","date_gmt":"2025-08-26T18:32:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/?p=10284"},"modified":"2026-06-19T18:59:21","modified_gmt":"2026-06-19T15:59:21","slug":"vaginal-examination-which-examination-should-be-carried-out-by-the-expectant-mother","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/en\/vaginal-examination-which-examination-should-be-carried-out-by-the-expectant-mother\/","title":{"rendered":"Tests during pregnancy: what tests does the expectant mother undergo?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"70\" data-end=\"456\">Pregnancy is a special period in a woman&#039;s life, when regular health monitoring affects not only her well-being, but also the development of the child. Laboratory and instrumental studies help to timely detect abnormalities, prevent complications and monitor the course of pregnancy. There are mandatory tests in each trimester, and the doctor may prescribe additional ones if necessary.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"458\" data-end=\"508\"><strong data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"506\">Early tests (up to 12 weeks)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"1050\">\n<li data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"615\">\n<p data-start=\"511\" data-end=\"615\"><strong data-start=\"511\" data-end=\"545\">Complete blood and urine analysis<\/strong> \u2013 assessment of the general condition of the body, detection of inflammation or anemia.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"695\">\n<p data-start=\"618\" data-end=\"695\"><strong data-start=\"618\" data-end=\"649\">Blood type and Rh factor<\/strong> \u2013 important for the prevention of Rh conflict.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"696\" data-end=\"770\">\n<p data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"770\"><strong data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"726\">Biochemical blood test<\/strong> \u2013 liver function, kidneys, glucose level.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"771\" data-end=\"888\">\n<p data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"888\"><strong data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"841\">TORCH infections (toxoplasmosis, rubella, cytomegalovirus, herpes)<\/strong> \u2013 detection of infections dangerous to the fetus.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"889\" data-end=\"1000\">\n<p data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"1000\"><strong data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"932\">HIV, hepatitis B and C testing, <a href=\"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/en\/syphilis-test-when-to-take-it-what-methods-exist-and-how-to-prepare-properly\/\">syphilis<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 mandatory screening to prevent transmission of infections to the child.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1001\" data-end=\"1050\">\n<p data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1050\"><strong data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1019\">Coagulogram<\/strong> \u2013 blood clotting test.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1102\"><strong data-start=\"1055\" data-end=\"1100\">Tests in the second trimester (12\u201324 weeks)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"1103\" data-end=\"1438\">\n<li data-start=\"1103\" data-end=\"1208\">\n<p data-start=\"1105\" data-end=\"1208\"><strong data-start=\"1105\" data-end=\"1160\">Double or triple test (biochemical screening)<\/strong> \u2013 assessment of the risk of congenital malformations of the fetus.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1209\" data-end=\"1293\">\n<p data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1293\"><strong data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1255\">Glucose tolerance test (at 24\u201328 weeks)<\/strong> \u2013 diagnosis of gestational diabetes.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1367\">\n<p data-start=\"1296\" data-end=\"1367\"><strong data-start=\"1296\" data-end=\"1340\">Repeated general blood and urine analysis<\/strong> \u2013 monitoring the mother&#039;s condition.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1368\" data-end=\"1438\">\n<p data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1438\"><a href=\"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/en\/what-is-the-ferritin-in-blood-test-that-tells-about-your-iron-reserves\/\"><strong data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1399\">Ferritin level analysis<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 detection of iron deficiency anemia.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1495\"><strong data-start=\"1443\" data-end=\"1493\">Tests in the third trimester (after 28 weeks)<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1891\">\n<li data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1582\">\n<p data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1582\"><strong data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1532\">Complete blood and urine analysis<\/strong> \u2013 control of complications (preeclampsia, infections).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1637\">\n<p data-start=\"1585\" data-end=\"1637\"><strong data-start=\"1585\" data-end=\"1610\">Repeat coagulogram<\/strong> \u2013 preparation for childbirth.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1638\" data-end=\"1750\">\n<p data-start=\"1640\" data-end=\"1750\"><strong data-start=\"1640\" data-end=\"1675\">Bacterial culture from the vagina<\/strong> \u2013 detection of group B streptococcus, which can be transmitted to a newborn.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1751\" data-end=\"1810\">\n<p data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1810\"><strong data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1781\">Biochemical blood test<\/strong> \u2013 control of organ function.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1811\" data-end=\"1891\">\n<p data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"1891\"><strong data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"1851\">Infection tests (as indicated)<\/strong> \u2013 repeated control in risk groups.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10286\" src=\"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/wp-content\/themes\/woodmart\/images\/lazy.svg\" data-src=\"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/analizi-vagitnikh.jpg\" alt=\"Table of basic tests during pregnancy\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" title=\"\" srcset=\"\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/analizi-vagitnikh.jpg 800w, https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/analizi-vagitnikh-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/analizi-vagitnikh-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/analizi-vagitnikh-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/analizi-vagitnikh-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1893\" data-end=\"1937\"><strong data-start=\"1896\" data-end=\"1935\">Additional examinations as indicated<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"1938\" data-end=\"2140\">\n<li data-start=\"1938\" data-end=\"1998\">\n<p data-start=\"1940\" data-end=\"1998\">Genetic testing (for high risk of developmental defects).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1999\" data-end=\"2046\">\n<p data-start=\"2001\" data-end=\"2046\">Ultrasound of the fetal heart (fetal echocardiography).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2047\" data-end=\"2086\">\n<p data-start=\"2049\" data-end=\"2086\">Tests for <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/en\/thyroid-problems-when-you-have-to-change-your-hormones\/\"   title=\"Thyroid problems: when to check hormones\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"111\">thyroid hormones<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2087\" data-end=\"2140\">\n<p data-start=\"2089\" data-end=\"2140\">Research on the level of vitamins and trace elements.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"2142\" data-end=\"2200\"><strong data-start=\"2145\" data-end=\"2198\">Key tests by trimester of pregnancy<\/strong><\/h2>\n<div class=\"_tableContainer_sk2ct_1\">\n<div class=\"_tableWrapper_sk2ct_13 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\">\n<table class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"2202\" data-end=\"2652\">\n<thead data-start=\"2202\" data-end=\"2244\">\n<tr data-start=\"2202\" data-end=\"2244\">\n<th data-start=\"2202\" data-end=\"2213\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Trimester<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"2213\" data-end=\"2231\" data-col-size=\"md\">Basic analyses<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"2231\" data-end=\"2244\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Additionally<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"2288\" data-end=\"2652\">\n<tr data-start=\"2288\" data-end=\"2420\">\n<td data-start=\"2288\" data-end=\"2306\" data-col-size=\"sm\">I (0\u201312 weeks)<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2306\" data-end=\"2396\" data-col-size=\"md\">General blood and urine analysis, TORCH, HIV, hepatitis, syphilis, blood group, <a href=\"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/en\/analysis\/study-of-blood-clotting-functions\/coagulogram\/\">coagulogram<\/a><\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"2396\" data-end=\"2420\">Biochemistry, thyroid hormones<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2421\" data-end=\"2522\">\n<td data-start=\"2421\" data-end=\"2440\" data-col-size=\"sm\">II (12\u201324 weeks)<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"2440\" data-end=\"2501\">Biochemical screening, glucose tolerance test, blood and urine<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"2501\" data-end=\"2522\">Ferritin, vitamins<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"2523\" data-end=\"2652\">\n<td data-start=\"2523\" data-end=\"2542\" data-col-size=\"sm\">III (28+ weeks)<\/td>\n<td data-start=\"2542\" data-end=\"2621\" data-col-size=\"md\">Complete blood and urine analysis, coagulogram, bacterial culture for group B streptococcus<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"2621\" data-end=\"2652\">Infection tests, biochemistry<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 data-start=\"154\" data-end=\"206\"><strong data-start=\"157\" data-end=\"204\">Tests to detect pregnancy complications<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"208\" data-end=\"226\">Preeclampsia<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"348\">This is a dangerous condition that manifests itself in high blood pressure and swelling. For timely detection, the doctor may prescribe:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"349\" data-end=\"572\">\n<li data-start=\"349\" data-end=\"414\">\n<p data-start=\"351\" data-end=\"414\"><strong data-start=\"351\" data-end=\"376\">General urine analysis<\/strong> \u2013 for the presence of protein (proteinuria).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"415\" data-end=\"483\">\n<p data-start=\"417\" data-end=\"483\"><strong data-start=\"417\" data-end=\"445\">Biochemical blood test<\/strong> \u2013 monitoring of kidney and liver function.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"484\" data-end=\"572\">\n<p data-start=\"486\" data-end=\"572\"><strong data-start=\"486\" data-end=\"502\">Coagulogram<\/strong> \u2013 assessment of coagulation, as preeclampsia increases the risk of thrombosis.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"586\">Anemia<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"587\" data-end=\"660\">A very common complication during pregnancy. It is manifested by:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"862\">\n<li data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"730\">\n<p data-start=\"663\" data-end=\"730\"><strong data-start=\"663\" data-end=\"691\">Complete blood count<\/strong> \u2013 hemoglobin and red blood cell levels.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"731\" data-end=\"797\">\n<p data-start=\"733\" data-end=\"797\"><strong data-start=\"733\" data-end=\"755\">Ferritin analysis<\/strong> \u2013 reflects iron reserves in the body.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"798\" data-end=\"862\">\n<p data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"862\"><strong data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"822\">Serum iron<\/strong> \u2013 helps determine the cause of anemia.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"864\" data-end=\"888\">Gestational diabetes<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"889\" data-end=\"984\">It develops in the second half of pregnancy and can affect the health of the baby. Basic tests:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"1185\">\n<li data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"1051\">\n<p data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"1051\"><strong data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"1020\">Glucose tolerance test (GTT)<\/strong> \u2013 at 24\u201328 weeks of pregnancy.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1101\">\n<p data-start=\"1054\" data-end=\"1101\"><a href=\"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/en\/analysis\/biochemical-blood-tests\/diabetes-diagnosis\/blood-glucose-2\/\"><strong data-start=\"1054\" data-end=\"1071\">Fasting glucose<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 for initial screening.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1102\" data-end=\"1185\">\n<p data-start=\"1104\" data-end=\"1185\"><strong data-start=\"1104\" data-end=\"1129\">Glycated hemoglobin<\/strong> \u2013 an additional indicator of long-term sugar control.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1245\"><strong data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1243\">The role of vitamins and minerals in pregnancy<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1247\" data-end=\"1422\">The right balance of nutrients is important for both the mother and the developing fetus. Your doctor may recommend checking your blood levels of trace elements and vitamins.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1996\">\n<li data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1564\">\n<p data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1564\"><strong data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1459\">Folic acid (vitamin B9).<\/strong> Protects against neural tube defects in the fetus. The test may be prescribed for women at high risk.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1565\" data-end=\"1662\">\n<p data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1662\"><strong data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1581\">Vitamin D.<\/strong> Important for bone development and immunity. Deficiency increases the risk of preeclampsia.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1663\" data-end=\"1758\">\n<p data-start=\"1665\" data-end=\"1758\"><strong data-start=\"1665\" data-end=\"1677\">Calcium.<\/strong> Necessary for the formation of the child&#039;s skeletal system and support of the mother&#039;s muscles.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1833\">\n<p data-start=\"1761\" data-end=\"1833\"><strong data-start=\"1761\" data-end=\"1772\">Magnesium.<\/strong> Helps reduce the risk of seizures and maintains normal blood pressure.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1923\">\n<p data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"1923\"><strong data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"1844\">Iodine.<\/strong> Ensures the functioning of the thyroid gland, which affects the development of the child&#039;s brain.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1924\" data-end=\"1996\">\n<p data-start=\"1926\" data-end=\"1996\"><strong data-start=\"1926\" data-end=\"1937\">Iron.<\/strong> Controlling its level prevents anemia and fetal hypoxia.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2003\" data-end=\"2359\">Pregnancy tests are not just routine examinations, but an important tool for preserving the life and health of the mother and child. Timely diagnosis of complications, monitoring the level of trace elements and vitamins, as well as a systematic approach to monitoring pregnancy make this period as safe and secure as possible.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pregnancy is a special period in a woman&#039;s life, when not only her well-being, but also her development depends on regular health monitoring.<\/p>","protected":false},"author":627,"featured_media":10285,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[235],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-10284","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-zhinoche-zdorov-ya"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10284","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/627"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=10284"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10284\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":13423,"href":"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10284\/revisions\/13423"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/10285"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=10284"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=10284"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=10284"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}