My gynac wrote this test in my first checkup and i forgot to ask her properly what it is for. Got a bit tension after reading the name. Can someone explain in simple words na?
It’s a standard blood test, nothing to be scared of. Just like they check for gestational diabetes with sugar tests, this one checks your hemoglobin type. Just follow your doctor's advice and get the blood draw done on time.
Yes, it's just a routine blood checkup that doctors prescribe in the first trimester. I got mine done during my regular blood work. While waiting for reports, I just focused on my daily walking routine as allowed by my doctor to stay calm.
I think it is a simple blood test they do to check for genetic traits. My doctor mentioned we might need it when we start trying. It’s better to get it done early so there are no worries later.
It is a standard blood test to check if you are a carrier of thalassemia, which is a blood disorder. They do this for almost every pregnant woman now. If your report is clear, nothing to worry; if positive, they will just test your husband too.
Actually, I was reading about this recently while planning. It checks if there's any risk of passing on thalassemia to the baby. It's so good that doctors do these tests nowadays to keep the baby safe from day one!
