Introduction
If you are pregnant, you will be offered a number of different screening tests. You can choose whether or not to have these tests and the information in this web site will help you choose. You can also talk about the tests with your midwife and doctor.
Click the links on the right for more information 
Deciding if you want to have the tests
It can be difficult to decide what tests to have. Some women do not want to know if there are problems. Others want to know so they can prepare themselves for their baby's birth or think about terminating the pregnancy.
Take time to think before deciding. You can talk about the tests with your midwife and doctor, and ask any questions you may have. There are also leaflets available with more information about each test.
When you have chosen which tests you want to have, the midwife will make arrangements for you. She will also explain how you will get the results. The results of all screening tests are confidential.
Additional information is available for women who are deaf or hard of hearing. The information leaflets are also available in a number of languages on audio CDs. If you need information in these formats, please ask your midwife to obtain these for you. |
