Patient's question:
Last year, I had a baby with a single umbilical artery and underdeveloped kidneys. I want to know what caused this. If I want to get pregnant again, what tests should I undergo, and what should I pay attention to? Thank you!Doctor's answer:
To ensure healthy conception and childbirth, pre-pregnancy check-ups are essential. Generally, pre-pregnancy check-ups for women include blood tests, urine tests, stool tests, gynecological examinations, oral examinations, six sexual hormone tests, ABO blood group incompatibility tests, HIV tests, liver function tests, chromosomal tests, syphilis tests, and the five tests for healthy reproduction (this "five" is an approximation, and the specific tests may vary slightly depending on the hospital, but the main tests include: toxoplasmosis, cytomegalovirus, rubella virus, and herpes simplex virus). Other tests include blood pressure and electrocardiograms.Generally, it is best to undergo pre-pregnancy check-ups 6-12 months in advance. If certain gynecological diseases, especially sexually transmitted infections, are detected during the check-ups, it is important to seek timely treatment before considering pregnancy.