Pre-pregnancy checkup for women
Oct 13, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lv Aiming
Introduction
Before pregnancy, women need to undergo multiple examinations, including reproductive system evaluation, infectious disease screening, and gynecological endocrine testing. The reproductive system examination assesses whether the reproductive organs are healthy, normal, and capable of supporting a normal pregnancy. Infectious disease screening primarily checks for conditions such as HIV/AIDS and syphilis. The endocrine testing mainly measures hormone levels in the woman's body, including estrogen, progesterone, and follicle-stimulating hormone.
Under normal circumstances, women should undergo multiple examinations before pregnancy, including reproductive system evaluation, infectious disease screening, and gynecological endocrine testing. It is recommended to have these tests performed at a reputable hospital to ensure the healthy and normal development of the fetus after conception.
1. Reproductive system examination: This primarily involves assessing the woman's uterus, ovaries, cervix, and other reproductive organs. Through standardized evaluations, healthcare providers determine whether these organs are healthy, functioning normally, and capable of supporting a successful pregnancy.
2. Infectious disease screening: This screening checks for viruses such as HIV and syphilis that can be transmitted from mother to child during pregnancy or childbirth. If a woman is found to carry such infections, pregnancy and childbirth are generally not recommended to prevent adverse effects on the health of the next generation.
3. Gynecological endocrine examination: This is typically conducted via blood tests to measure key hormone levels required for pregnancy, including estrogen, progesterone, and follicle-stimulating hormone. The goal is to confirm whether these values fall within the normal range necessary for conception and gestation. If hormone levels are inadequate, medications such as progesterone capsules or Lycium barbarum paste may be prescribed under medical supervision to help regulate hormonal balance.
