Different Pregnancy Test

TEST FOR CERVICAL CANCER (NEW)
HPV DNA Test - Helps to detect human Papilloma Virus that is closely linked to cervical cancers.

PAP SMEAR
It is a simple test to detect cancer of the cervix. Now improved by Liquid Based Cytology (LBC) method of detection.
Recommended annual pap smear until 65 years.
Recommended include HPV DNA test as virus linked to cancer of cervix.

TRIPLE TEST FOR DOWN’S SYNDROME
Detects risk of Downs in your pregancy
For mums below 35 yrs old
Optional test.

BIOCHEMICAL ANTENATAL SCREENING TESTS
This is a screening test which is offered to all pregnant women between 16 and 20 weeks of pregnancy. A sample of blood is taken and the levels of alphafetoprotein (AFP), and Estriol (E3) Human Chorionic Gonadotrophin (HCG) are measured. Hence the name triple test it may be taken by your family doctor or gynaecologist and the results will normally be available in 10 days.

AMNIOCENTESIS TEST
This is a test in which a small amount of fluid which surrounds the baby in the womb is taken off and sent to the laboratory for genetic analysis.
This test is advisable for those who are over 35 years of age.

CHORIONIC VILLUS SAMPLING
This is a test in which a few cells are taken from the developing placenta (chorion) and tested for chromosomal abnormalities in the baby.
This test is advisable for those who are over 35 years of age.
The cells are tested for chromosomal disorders, of which Down’s Syndrome is the most important.