What does prenatal testing check for?

Patient's question:

I am two and a half months pregnant. In the past two days, I've been discussing with my husband about setting up the maternity card. Since it's my first pregnancy and my parents are not nearby, I don't have any experience or guidance, which has left us both feeling helpless. I've heard that setting up the maternity card involves many tests, so I wanted to consult.
What kind of help do I need: What exactly do prenatal check-ups involve?

Doctor's answer:

First, before your prenatal examination, the hospital will give you a: Maternal and Child Health Handbook. The doctor will follow the order on it to give you the relevant tests one by one. The content varies depending on the month, and by the time of the estimated due date, all aspects of the examination will be complete. However, it generally includes the following points: Items for female prenatal examination

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