What tests should be taken when preparing for pregnancy?

Preparing for pregnancy is an important stage that includes not only planning and consultations, but also undergoing a number of medical tests and analyses. At the NGC Reproduction Center in Almaty, we recommend undergoing a number of examinations to ensure the health of the expectant mother and child. In this article, we will look at the key tests that should be taken when preparing for pregnancy to ensure your health and readiness for conception.

1. Tests for women

1.1. Reproductive hormones

Estrogen and progesterone: These hormones play an important role in regulating the menstrual cycle and maintaining pregnancy. Checking their levels helps assess hormonal balance and identify possible disorders that can affect fertility.
LH (luteinizing hormone) and FSH (follicle-stimulating hormone): Both of these hormones are necessary to assess ovarian function and ovulation status. Disturbances in their levels may indicate fertility problems.

1.2. Infection and STD Tests

Chlamydia and Gonorrhea: These infections can lead to pelvic inflammatory disease and infertility. Testing for these diseases is important to prevent possible complications.
Syphilis and HIV: These infections can have serious consequences for the health of the mother and child, so testing for them is also included in the standard list of tests.

1.3. Prolactin

Prolactin: A hormone produced by the pituitary gland that can affect ovulation and the menstrual cycle. Excess or insufficient amounts of it can be associated with fertility problems.

1.4. Infectious Disease Tests

Hepatitis B and C: Testing for these viruses is important to prevent transmission to the baby and to assess the overall health of the liver.
Toxoplasmosis: This parasitic disease can be dangerous to the fetus, so testing for antibodies to toxoplasma is recommended.

1.5. Blood Type and Rh Factor

Blood Type and Rh Factor: Determining these indicators is important for the prevention of Rh conflict in case of Rh factor mismatch between mother and child.

2. Tests for Men

2.1. Testosterone

Total and Free Testosterone: Testosterone levels help determine the state of the reproductive system and fertility in men. Low testosterone levels can affect sperm quality.

2.2. Pituitary Hormones

LH (luteinizing hormone) and FSH (follicle-stimulating hormone): These hormones regulate the function of the testicles and sperm production. Analyzing their levels helps assess reproductive health.

2.3. Spermogram

Spermogram: A sperm analysis allows you to evaluate its quality, motility and quantity. This is an important test for diagnosing the causes of infertility.

2.4. Tests for infections and STDs

Chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV: These infections can affect sperm quality and fertility. Testing for these diseases is important to prevent reproductive health problems.

2.5. Blood type and Rh factor

Blood type and Rh factor: Just like for women, determining these indicators is important to prevent Rh conflict.

3. General recommendations

3.1. Pre-pregnancy examination

Get all the necessary tests before planning a pregnancy to ensure the healthiest conception and pregnancy. Early detection and treatment of possible problems will help avoid complications.

3.2. Regular medical examinations

Don't forget about regular examinations and consultations with specialists. This will help to promptly identify and eliminate possible problems.

3.3. Healthy lifestyle

In addition to tests, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, proper nutrition and giving up bad habits contribute to successful conception and the health of the future child.

At the NGC reproduction center in Almaty, we are ready to offer you a full range of services to prepare for pregnancy and help you at every stage of this important process. If you have questions or need advice, contact us by phone or through the website.