Infectious Disease Testing in Pregnancy Package

Blood test package with home sample collection.

When to take the first blood tests during pregnancy?

Get tested even if you don't feel any symptoms. It's important for both your health and your baby! However, you should especially get tested if you experience symptoms such as:

• fever,
• headaches,
• rash,
• swollen lymph nodes,
• encephalitis and meningitis,
• loss of appetite and weight loss,
• fatigue,
• frequent infections,
• cough,
• muscle pain,
• sore throat,
• joint discomfort,
• low-grade fever,
• vision deterioration,
• general malaise,
• ulcers in the mouth, esophagus, genitals, or anus,
• runny nose.

Why is it worth doing the Infectious Diseases Test Package during Pregnancy?

Infectious diseases during pregnancy can be dangerous—especially when undiagnosed. Viral infections can disrupt proper cell division, which can negatively affect fetal development. That’s why the package includes tests for infectious diseases during pregnancy:

• HIV,
• HCV,
• HBV,
• VDRL (syphilis),
• rubella,
• toxoplasmosis.

Being aware of the infections you have significantly increases your chances of delivering a healthy baby—up to almost 100%! Treatment will prevent the transmission of illness to your baby during childbirth. Some diseases can also be dangerous for you—Hepatitis B or C can lead to liver cancer. Get tested and prevent disease development!
Choose home blood collection with uPacjenta. It's a convenient and safe solution that helps you reduce exposure to foreign pathogens. The first trimester is a particularly sensitive time, during which you can't afford to risk serious infections. Get tested in the comfortable and safe environment of your home.

How often should blood tests be performed during pregnancy?

It's a good idea to get tested while planning for a baby and then repeat the tests at least twice in the first and third trimesters.
How to prepare for infectious disease testing during pregnancy?

• You can take the tests at any time of day.
• You don’t need to fast before the blood draw.
• Stay hydrated. Drink a glass of water 30 minutes before the test.

Full list of tests in the package:

• Toxoplasmosis IgM Antibodies for toxoplasmosis, a parasitic disease usually contracted by consuming fruits or vegetables contaminated with cat feces, or raw meat containing parasite cysts. Infection during pregnancy can cause fetal developmental defects or intrauterine fetal death.
• Rubella virus Can cause serious complications during pregnancy, especially if the woman is infected in the early stages. Infection with rubella at this time can lead to congenital rubella syndrome, which can cause birth defects, including hearing, heart, vision, and brain damage in the baby. Testing for IgG and IgM detects antibodies against the rubella virus and determines if a woman is infected.
• Anti-HCV Hepatitis C can be transmitted from mother to child during childbirth. The anti-HCV test in the first trimester detects the presence of the virus in pregnant women. If positive, appropriate precautions can be taken to reduce the risk of transmitting the virus to the baby.
• Syphilis Untreated syphilis in pregnant women can lead to serious complications for both mother and baby. It can cause premature birth, miscarriage, stillbirth, congenital developmental defects, neurological damage to the newborn, and other complications. Early detection and treatment of syphilis reduce these risks.
• HIV If the HIV test is positive, antiretroviral therapy can be started for the mother. This treatment helps control the infection and reduces the risk of transmitting the virus to the baby. Regular monitoring of the mother's health and access to medical care are crucial for ensuring a healthy pregnancy.
• HBs antigen If the HBsAg test is positive, appropriate treatment and medical care can be provided to the mother. Treating chronic HBV infection helps control the virus's replication, minimizes the risk of liver damage in the mother, and reduces the risk of transmitting the virus to the baby. Regular monitoring of the mother's health and access to medical care are crucial for ensuring a healthy pregnancy.

Interpretation of results

The pregnancy test package helps detect toxoplasmosis, HIV, Hepatitis B and C, syphilis, and rubella.

With the Package, you receive a free consultation of your results

During the consultation, your uPacjenta Health Advisor will:

• thoroughly analyze your test results and explain the possible causes of any abnormalities;
• suggest more detailed diagnostic tests if necessary;
• advise on lifestyle changes to improve your health and well-being;
• answer your questions and clarify any doubts;
• recommend a specialist or dietitian visit if needed.