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A pregnancy health blood test that includes hormone testing for FSH, LH, oestradiol, and prolactin, along with thyroid hormone (TSH) and vitamin D levels, can provide valuable information during preconception planning or pregnancy.<\/p>\n
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A pregnancy health blood test is essential for ensuring both maternal and fetal well-being during preconception planning or pregnancy. By assessing key hormones such as FSH, LH, oestradiol, and prolactin, along with thyroid hormones (TSH) and vitamin D levels, this comprehensive test provides valuable insights into a woman\u2019s reproductive health. These biomarkers help identify any hormonal imbalances or deficiencies that could affect conception, pregnancy progression, and overall health. Monitoring these levels allows for timely interventions, optimising the chances of a healthy pregnancy and reducing potential risks for both the mother and the baby.<\/p>\n
Why have a Pregnancy Health Blood Test?<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=”What is tested? – 6 Biomarkers” closed_toggle_background_color=”#FFFFFF” icon_color=”#EE75A0″ open_icon_color=”#93D0D2″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|700|||||||” custom_margin=”-20px||20px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”-20px||20px||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”-20px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”17px||17px||false|false” title_font_size_tablet=”” title_font_size_phone=”14px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” border_radii=”on|20px|20px|20px|20px” border_color_all=”#FFFFFF” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ box_shadow_vertical=”1px” box_shadow_blur=”3px” box_shadow_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.15)” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_line_height=”2.2em” header_font=”|700|||||||” header_text_color=”#737373″ header_2_font=”|700|||||||” header_2_text_align=”left” header_2_text_color=”#737373″ header_2_font_size=”30px” header_3_font=”|700|||||||” header_3_text_align=”left” header_3_text_color=”#737373″ header_3_font_size=”30px” custom_margin=”13px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”0px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_3_text_align_tablet=”center” header_3_text_align_phone=”center” header_3_text_align_last_edited=”on|desktop” text_orientation_tablet=”left” text_orientation_phone=”left” text_orientation_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Appointment duration:<\/strong> Approx. 10 minutes<\/p>\n Please note:<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#cbefef” background_image=”https:\/\/heybaby4d.co.uk\/tempbase\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Pregnant-Lady-Silhoute.png” background_size=”initial” background_position=”center_right” background_blend=”luminosity” custom_padding=”25px|||||” background_last_edited=”on|desktop” background_size_tablet=”initial” background_position_tablet=”center_right” background_position_phone=”center_right” background_blend_tablet=”screen” background_blend_phone=”soft-light” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” admin_label=”Finding Hey Baby 4D Luton” _builder_version=”4.16″ width=”87%” max_width=”100%” custom_padding=”25px|3%||3%|false|true” custom_padding_tablet=”|0px||” custom_padding_phone=”” global_module=”51276″ saved_tabs=”all” locked=”off” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Scan Long Description Header” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ text_font=”||||||||” header_font=”|600|||||||” header_text_color=”rgba(238,117,171,0.98)” header_font_size=”60px” header_line_height=”1.4em” header_4_font=”|600|||||||” header_4_text_color=”rgba(238,117,171,0.98)” width=”80%” width_tablet=”100%” width_phone=”” width_last_edited=”on|desktop” max_width=”100%” animation_style=”flip” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”32px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_orientation_tablet=”justified” text_orientation_phone=”” text_orientation_last_edited=”on|tablet” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Scan Long Description Header” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ text_font=”||||||||” header_font=”|600|||||||” header_text_color=”rgba(238,117,171,0.98)” header_font_size=”60px” header_line_height=”1.4em” header_4_font=”|600|||||||” header_4_text_color=”rgba(238,117,171,0.98)” width=”80%” width_tablet=”100%” width_phone=”” width_last_edited=”on|desktop” max_width=”100%” animation_style=”flip” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”32px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_orientation_tablet=”justified” text_orientation_phone=”” text_orientation_last_edited=”on|tablet” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Your results will include an doctor’s overview which should give you all the information you require. If you would like further information, we recommend you visit your GP.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Scan Long Description Header” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ text_font=”||||||||” header_font=”|600|||||||” header_text_color=”rgba(238,117,171,0.98)” header_font_size=”60px” header_line_height=”1.4em” header_4_font=”|600|||||||” header_4_text_color=”rgba(238,117,171,0.98)” width=”80%” width_tablet=”100%” width_phone=”” width_last_edited=”on|desktop” max_width=”100%” animation_style=”flip” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”32px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_orientation_tablet=”justified” text_orientation_phone=”” text_orientation_last_edited=”on|tablet” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Scan Long Description Header” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ text_font=”||||||||” header_font=”|600|||||||” header_text_color=”rgba(238,117,171,0.98)” header_font_size=”60px” header_line_height=”1.4em” header_4_font=”|600|||||||” header_4_text_color=”rgba(238,117,171,0.98)” width=”80%” width_tablet=”100%” width_phone=”” width_last_edited=”on|desktop” max_width=”100%” animation_style=”flip” header_font_size_tablet=”” header_font_size_phone=”32px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_orientation_tablet=”justified” text_orientation_phone=”” text_orientation_last_edited=”on|tablet” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n How much blood is taken?<\/strong><\/p>\n Approximately 8 ml of blood is taken; this is placed into a special tube for transportation to the laboratory.<\/p>\n How long is the appointment?<\/strong><\/p>\n The appointment is approximately 10 minuets long. Please ensure to arrive early to complete any necessary paperwork that may be outstanding.<\/p>\n What if I’m scared of needles?<\/strong><\/p>\n It’s completely understandable to feel anxious about needles, but please be assured that you are in good hands. Our phlebotomist is experienced and compassionate, and they are here to support you every step of the way. Upon arrival to the clinic, please communicate your concerns to our phlebotomist who will take extra care when carrying out the blood draw.<\/p>\n What if you can’t get a blood sample on the day?<\/strong><\/p>\n Occasionally, we may encounter difficulty in obtaining a blood sample from you. 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Southchurch Road bus stop VQ is just a few minutes away from the clinic and services routes 1, 4A, 6, 14, 24, 60, 60A and 61.<\/p>\n\n
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