just found out im expecting, im a first timer so totally clueless. doc gave me a list but it looked so long and confusing. can someone tell which all tests are actually important trimester wise?
There are quite a few standard tests like blood work, thyroid, double marker, and anomaly scans. Since every pregnancy journey is so precious, just follow your doctor's customized list step-by-step.
Standard ones include complete blood count, blood group, sugar levels, thyroid, and routine scans like NT scan and anomaly scan. Your doctor will advise the exact tests based on your medical history, so trust them.
Uff, prepare yourself for getting pricked a lot, especially for that glucose test where they make you drink sugar water on empty stomach. Just let your doctor give you the list, you don't need to memorize them all!
Apart from all the blood tests and the glucose tolerance test (which tasted like weirdly sweet lemonade!), just make sure your iron levels are good. Take your scans on time and treat yourself to a nice meal after each appointment!
