What tests are done at 24 weeks

Routine checkups, fetal system ultrasound screening and gestational diabetes screening can be done during the 24th week of pregnancy, which should be done under the doctor’s guidance, taking into account your own situation. 1. Routine checkups: During the 24th week of pregnancy, pregnant women can undergo checkups for blood pressure, weight, abdominal circumference, uterine fundal height, fetal heart rate, routine blood test, routine urinalysis, and so on, so as to understand the physical status of the pregnant woman as well as the growth and development of the fetus. 2. Fetal systematic ultrasound screening: At this stage, fetal systematic ultrasound screening can also be taken to find out whether there are developmental malformations in the fetus. 3. Gestational diabetes screening: For those with family genetic history, such as history of diabetes and hypertension, gestational diabetes screening can be conducted at 24 weeks, and if the value of glucose tolerance reaches or exceeds the standard index, gestational diabetes can be diagnosed. After the 24-week checkup, if the test value is abnormal, pregnant women need to take into account their own situation and ask the doctor for guidance. At the same time, she should cooperate with the doctor to take relevant treatment measures.