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Wife is 8 weeks pregnant, in few days after doctor has called for ultra sound and blood test. is that test for hiv test too or other kinds of tests?

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Routine screens: Routine screenings during early pregnancy provide important information regarding the health of the mother, and how it may impact the pregnancy and fetus. Infections such as HIV, syphilis, Hepatitis B and Rubella are usually in the initial blood panel. Urine will likely also be examined, as well as a hemoglobin level (checks for anemia). Congratulations!

Answered 6/14/2015

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Dr. Matt Wachsman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Many tests.: HIV is about the least worry. Anemia, blood sugar, general nutritional state would certainly be tested for. Also, tests for blood compatibility.

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