First Trimester Essential Tests
Early pregnancy checks may include haemoglobin, blood group and Rh factor, urine tests and infection screening. Your doctor decides whether thyroid testing or other checks are needed under local care guidance.
Ultrasound can help assess pregnancy dates, location and development. What a scan can show depends on the stage of pregnancy; your doctor explains the timing and findings.
Second & Third Trimester Monitoring
A mid-pregnancy ultrasound checks the developing baby's anatomy. Screening can identify some conditions, but it cannot rule out every problem. Discuss the timing and limits with your doctor.
Oral glucose screening is typically performed between 24 and 28 weeks to identify gestational diabetes early, along with repeat hemoglobin checks to monitor for anemia.
Sources and further reading
These sources support general health information. Your doctor plans tests and care for your circumstances and local guidance. The linked sources are in English.