1. The importance of prenatal examination
Prenatal check-up is a series of medical examinations performed by pregnant women during pregnancy to ensure the health of the fetus and pregnant woman. Prenatal check-ups can help doctors deal with possible problems in a timely manner, prevent complications, improve the success rate of delivery, and allow pregnant women to spend the entire pregnancy with greater peace of mind.
2. Prenatal check-up schedule
1. Early pregnancy: documentation, preliminary examination and screening;
2. Second trimester of pregnancy: detailed examination and screening;
3. Late pregnancy: monitoring and preparing for delivery.
3. Prenatal examination items
1. Physical examination: including height, weight, blood pressure and other indicators;
2. Laboratory tests: such as blood routine, urine routine, etc.;
3. Imaging examination: such as B-ultrasound;
4. Prenatal screening: including Down syndrome screening, etc.;
5. Gestational diabetes screening: glucose tolerance test for high-risk groups;
6. Amniocentesis or cordocentesis: Diagnosis of chromosomal or genetic abnormalities in the fetus.
4. Things to note
1. Before undergoing prenatal examination, pregnant women should understand the purpose, methods and precautions of the examination in advance;
2. During the examination, you should tell the doctor your physical condition so that the doctor can make better judgment;
3. Pregnant women should pay attention to diet and urination during B-ultrasound examination in order to obtain more accurate results;
4. When pregnant women undergo paracentesis, they should choose a regular hospital and an experienced doctor.
5. Summary
Prenatal check-up is an essential part of pregnancy. Prenatal check-ups can help pregnant women handle possible problems in a timely manner and ensure the health of the fetus and pregnant woman. Therefore, you must actively participate in prenatal check-ups during pregnancy and follow your doctor\’s recommendations for treatment or lifestyle adjustments.
