Pregnancy checkup schedule
Pregnancy is an important period in every woman\’s life. In order to ensure the health of mother and baby, pregnant women need to undergo pregnancy check-ups according to a certain schedule. The following is a comprehensive pregnancy examination schedule, detailing the examinations required at each stage.
The first prenatal check-up (gestational age 6-12 weeks)
The first prenatal check-up is usually performed between 6 and 12 weeks of gestation. The main contents include:
First, confirm the time of pregnancy and fetal development. Doctors will use B-ultrasound to determine the size, position, and heartbeat of the fetus to determine the gestational age and fetal health.
Second, conduct a preliminary physical examination. Including measuring height, weight, blood pressure and urine. Through physical examination, potential diseases in pregnant women can be detected and reasonable plans can be made for subsequent examinations.
Third, perform prenatal screening. Including routine physical examinations for pregnant women, testing of important indicators such as blood routine and glucose tolerance. Prenatal screening can help doctors determine whether pregnant women have genetic defects, common diseases and special conditions, etc., and develop more precise and scientific plans for subsequent examinations.
Second prenatal check-up (gestational age 16-20 weeks)
The second prenatal check-up is usually performed between 16 and 20 weeks of gestation. The main contents include:
First, conduct a detailed physical examination. Including checking the fetal size, position, limbs and brain development, etc. At the same time, pregnant women also need to pay attention to their own physical conditions, such as blood pressure, liver function, kidney function, etc.
Second, conduct prenatal diagnostic examinations. For example, amniocentesis, etc. These examinations can help diagnose fetal genetic and other disease problems and are of great significance to the health of the fetus and pregnant women.
Third, perform angiography. It can provide doctors with important information such as the weight, position and condition of the fetus. On this basis, a more appropriate inspection plan is developed.
The third prenatal check-up (gestational age 20-24 weeks)
The third prenatal check-up is usually performed at 20-24 weeks of gestation. The main contents include:
First, carry out secondary prenatal screening. This process includes blood and urine tests, as well as a physical examination and ultrasound of the pregnant woman. Through these tests, the health of the fetus can be determined.
Second, conduct a detailed physical examination. It includes examination of all parts of the pregnant woman\’s body, as well as a comprehensive examination of the fetus. The doctor will use B-ultrasound examination to understand the development of the fetus and the position of the placenta.
Third, conduct prenatal screening review. Confirm and further correct abnormal indicators from previous examinations, check the health status of the fetus, and formulate a more reasonable examination plan.
The fourth prenatal check-up (gestational age 28-32 weeks)
The fourth prenatal check-up is usually performed between 28 and 32 weeks of gestation. The main contents include:
First, conduct a final inspection. The condition of pregnant women requires a comprehensive examination, including the condition of various parts of the body and the condition of the fetus.
Second, carry out prenatal education. Pregnant women need to know prenatal and postpartum precautions and care methods, as well as how to deal with possibleThe problem.
Third, perform fetal monitoring. Through B-ultrasound and other tools, the fetal heartbeat, fetal movements, uterine contractions, etc. are detected to prepare for the subsequent labor process.
In short, during pregnancy, pregnant women need to undergo pregnancy check-ups according to the pregnancy check-up schedule. Doctors will ensure the healthy growth of mother and baby during pregnancy based on the physical condition of the pregnant woman and the development of the fetus. In addition, pregnant women also need prenatal education and guidance before delivery to deal with possible situations.
