Lab tests

Sodium, potassium and chloride to check fluid and salt balance.

Free, confidential screening with counselling; laboratory confirmation when needed.

Screening for hepatitis B (HBsAg) and hepatitis C antibodies.

Detects syphilis to protect mothers and prevent congenital infection.

The essential tests for every pregnancy, from the first visit.

Urine or blood test to confirm and monitor early pregnancy.

TSH and free T4 to check how your thyroid is working.

Detects intestinal parasites and bacteria that cause diarrhoea.

Fasting blood sugar and glucose tolerance test for gestational diabetes.

Identifies sickle cell disease and trait in newborns, children and adults.