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• What are the basic tests? 
  
  Your first prenatal visits will include tests of your blood, cervical cells, and urine. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) recommends a series of exams, including blood tests:
  
  
  
• Blood count 
  
• Syphilis 
  
• Blood type and Rh factor 
  
• German measles immunity 
  
• Pap smear to screen for cervical cancer 
  
• Urinalysis to confirm the pregnancy and check for signs of infection 
  
  
  Will I be given other tests? 
  
  Your doctor will most likely order the following additional tests to screen for conditions that could endanger you and your baby. For these conditions, early detection is crucial to ensure the best possible treatment: 
• Aids Test
• Glucose Screening
• Are they Painful