General Information:

Early Pregnancy Panel – Essential Laboratory Tests for the First Weeks

The Early Pregnancy Panel includes the fundamental laboratory tests recommended during the first weeks after pregnancy is confirmed. These tests provide important information about the expectant mother’s overall health, help detect infections that may affect the pregnancy, and support early prenatal monitoring.

The panel is designed to be accessible, practical, and medically appropriate, including only the most essential tests when no symptoms are present.

What does the panel include?

Complete Blood Count (CBC)

The CBC is a basic test that provides comprehensive information about blood cell status:

• Red blood cells, hemoglobin, hematocrit – assess the risk of anemia, which is common in early pregnancy.

• White blood cells – may indicate infection or inflammation.

• Platelets – essential for blood clotting and preventing bleeding.

CBC is a mandatory part of initial pregnancy testing.

Glucose (Blood Sugar)

Measures blood glucose levels. This test is important for early detection of glucose metabolism disturbances that may affect pregnancy. A baseline measurement is performed in the first weeks, and if needed, an oral glucose tolerance test may follow later.

Urinalysis

Urinalysis provides information about:

• urinary tract infections

• presence of protein (possible sign of kidney issues)

• glucose in urine

• ketones

• bacteria

This test is essential for early detection of conditions that may affect both mother and baby.

TSH (Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone)

TSH is a key marker of thyroid function. Thyroid hormones play an important role in early fetal development and throughout pregnancy. Abnormal TSH levels may be associated with fatigue, weight changes, heart rhythm disturbances, and other conditions that require monitoring.

TSH is strongly recommended during the first weeks of pregnancy.

Infectious Disease Screening (mandatory during pregnancy)

Syphilis (Treponema screen)

A screening test for syphilis. The infection can be transmitted to the fetus, which is why this test is mandatory during pregnancy. A positive result requires further evaluation.

HIV

Mandatory screening for HIV. Early detection is important for proper monitoring and reducing the risk of mother‑to‑child transmission.

HBsAg (Hepatitis B)

A marker for active hepatitis B infection. This test is mandatory because the virus can be transmitted to the baby during childbirth.

Blood Group and Rh Factor

Blood Group (ABO)

Determines the mother’s blood type. Important for planning medical procedures and for pregnancy monitoring.

Rh Factor

Rh factor is crucial for assessing the risk of Rh incompatibility between mother and baby. If the mother is Rh‑negative, additional monitoring and specific measures may be required during pregnancy.

Why are these tests important in early pregnancy?

• provide a baseline assessment of the mother’s health

• detect infections that may affect the pregnancy

• support early prenatal monitoring

• are part of standard recommendations for the first obstetric visit

• allow timely planning of additional tests

Who is this panel suitable for?

• women in the first weeks of pregnancy

• women without symptoms of infection

• first prenatal visit with an obstetrician‑gynecologist

• initial assessment of overall health

• preparation for subsequent prenatal testing

Why choose Laborexpres?

• modern equipment and high analytical precision

• fast results

• confidentiality and professional service

• convenient online access to results

Sample Collection

Venous blood (morning, fasting) and first morning urine.