Obstetrics - Gynecology

First Trimester

• Nuchal Translucency Sequential Integrated Testing (part 1): this is a two part test that combines lab work and ultrasound to screen for abnormalities such as Down syndrome and other chromosomal abnormalities.
• Prenatal Labs

Second Trimester

• Nuchal Translucency Sequential Integrated Testing (part 2)
• Cystic Fibrosis screening: this blood test screens you for the CF carrier gene to let us know if your baby is at risk for having CF.
• Alpha Fetoprotein (AFP) Test: this test is offered for those patients that select not to do the Nuchal Translucency Testing. It screens your risk of open neural tube defects (anencephaly and spina bifida), Down syndrome, and Trisomy 18.
• Gestational Diabetes Screen: this is a one hour test that screens you for gestational diabetes. When you arrive for your routine visit on this day, you will be given a glucola beverage. Exactly one hour after finishing this drink, your blood will be drawn. Although there is no need to fast prior to this test, you may not eat or drink after you are given the beverage.

Third Trimester

• Group B Strep screening (36 weeks): This is a vaginal culture performed to detect if you have group B strep. If it is positive, you will be given antibiotics to prevent transmission of this bacteria to your baby.

First Trimester

• An ultrasound may be ordered during your first trimester to confirm pregnancy or as part 1 of the Nuchal Translucency Test.

Second Trimester

• 20-24 weeks: you will be receiving the full anatomy ultrasound. This ultrasound usually lasts one hour and provides a very detailed look at your baby. Our ultrasound technician will be looking at your baby's heart, spine, kidneys, fetal movement, limbs, face, skull, etc.

Third Trimester

• Typically, ultrasounds are not ordered during the third trimester unless there is medical necessity.