Title: Prenatal Tests: FAQs (for Parents) - Nemours KidsHealth
Headings: Prenatal Tests: FAQs
Prenatal Tests: FAQs
What Are Prenatal Tests?
Why Are Prenatal Tests Done?
Who Should Have Prenatal Tests?
What Else Should I Know?

Content: Some prenatal tests are considered routine — that is, almost all pregnant  women receiving prenatal care get them. They include things like checking urine (pee) levels for protein, sugar,  or signs of infection. Other non-routine tests are recommended only for some women, especially those with high-risk pregnancies. These may include  women who: are age 35 or older
are teens
have had a premature baby
have had a baby with a birth defect (especially heart or genetic problems)
are carrying more than one baby
have high blood pressure, diabetes , lupus, heart disease, kidney problems, cancer ,  an STD, asthma, or a seizure disorder
have an ethnic background in which genetic disorders are common (or a partner  who does)
What Else Should I Know? Remember that tests are offered to you — it's your choice whether  to have them. To decide which tests are right for you, talk with your health care provider about  why a test is recommended, its risks and benefits, and what the results can —  and can't — tell you. Questions to ask: How accurate is this test? What does it measure?