Second Trimester Pregnancy Test | Lahalak Platform

This screening focuses on ruling out gestational diabetes via the glucose tolerance test, ensuring healthy fetal growth and protecting the mother from complications.

Prices starts from: 195.56 SAR

Scientific name: Second Trimester Pregnancy Follow-up Package

The Pregnancy Follow-Up Test Package for the Second Trimester includes the 50-gram Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT 50g), an important test performed to evaluate the body’s response to sugar and ensure there is no risk of gestational diabetes. This test is usually conducted in mid-pregnancy to safeguard the health of both mother and fetus and helps in...

Second Trimester Pregnancy Follow-up Package - Second Trimester Follow-up
Service type Laboratory test (OGTT)
Duration 1-2 hours
Fasting 8-12 hours fasting
Prices Starting from 195.56 SAR

Included Services

  • Gestational diabetes test (Glucose Tolerance Test - OGTT 50g)
  • The optimal health guidance based on the result.
  • Personal support services from Lahalak

Medical Service Information

Test purpose

  • Early detection of gestational diabetes: Helps determine if there is a risk to the mother or fetus of developing gestational diabetes.
  • Assessing the body's response to sugar: Measures the body's ability to process sugar, helping identify any metabolic issues.
  • Ensuring the safety of the pregnancy: Contributes to ensuring the pregnancy proceeds normally without complications that may affect the mother or fetus.
  • Providing appropriate treatment: If gestational diabetes is detected, early treatment is started to minimize risks.
  • Prevention of pregnancy complications: Such as high blood pressure, excessive weight gain, and fetal delivery issues.

Recommended groups

  • Pregnant women: Especially during the second trimester, typically between weeks 24 and 28.
  • Women with a family history of diabetes: Those with relatives who have diabetes.
  • Overweight or obese women: As higher body weight increases the risk of gestational diabetes.
  • Mothers with a history of delivering large babies: Since the likelihood of recurrence in the current pregnancy is higher.
  • Women with health conditions that increase risk: Such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) or high blood pressure.
  • Women with previous gestational diabetes: Those who experienced gestational diabetes in prior pregnancies.

Indicative symptoms

  • Anemia (Low Hemoglobin) Unexplained fatigue or tiredness Dizziness or fainting Pale skin Shortness of breath with minimal exertion
  • Unexplained fatigue or tiredness
  • Dizziness or fainting
  • Pale skin
  • Shortness of breath with minimal exertion
  • Gestational Diabetes Increased thirst Frequent urination Sudden weight gain Unexplained nausea or fatigue Blurred vision

FAQs

  • What is the gestational diabetes test and why is it performed? The gestational diabetes test is conducted to determine whether a pregnant woman has gestational diabetes, a type of diabetes that occurs during pregnancy and affects the health of both mother and fetus.
  • When is this test performed? It is usually conducted between weeks 24 and 28 of pregnancy, but it may be requested earlier if there are risk factors such as a family history of diabetes or obesity.
  • Does the test require fasting? The 50-gram gestational diabetes test does not require fasting, although some preparations may be needed according to the doctor’s instructions.
  • What symptoms might indicate the need for this test? Symptoms include excessive thirst, frequent urination, persistent fatigue, and sudden weight gain.
  • How is the test performed? The woman is given a solution containing 50 grams of glucose, and blood sugar levels are measured one hour after consuming the solution.
  • What happens if the test results are abnormal? If the results are abnormal, the woman may be asked to undergo a longer glucose tolerance test (e.g., 100 grams) to confirm the diagnosis and determine if she has gestational diabetes.

Conditions & Notices

  • The terms and conditions announced on the "Lahalak" medical platform apply.
  • There are no special conditions for the service other than those mentioned.

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