This resource is part of the Your Choices series and provides information on what the following screening tests are and the benefits and risks of each:

• First blood tests (maternal serum screening)
• HIV/AIDS test
• Chlamydia
• Blood pressure monitoring
• Midstream urine test
• Weight checks and BMI assessments
• Ultrasound scans
• Screening for Down syndrome and other conditions
• Amniocentesis
• Polycose and Oral Glucose Tolerance Tests (GTT)
• Smoking Assessment
• Screening for Domestic Violence and Sexual Abuse

It is important that consumers understand the screening tests and procedures that are offered. This resources helps enable consumers and their whanu/families to make informed decisions.