What Medical Tests should you expect during Your Pregnancy? - Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Which Doctor Should I Consult for Prenatal Tests?Once you suspect or confirm that you are pregnant, you should visit your gynecologist for regular prenatal checkups. Your doctor will prescribe the required tests at the appropriate time.
2. What is the difference between screening test and a diagnostic test?
A screening test only detects if the chances of you or your baby suffering from a problem are more than normal. If a screening test is abnormal, it does not mean that there is definitely a problem. A diagnostic test has to be then carried out to confirm the diagnosis. For example, the first trimester screen is a screening test while a chorionic villus sampling is a diagnostic test.
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