Second Antenatal Visit

Went back  for our follow-up visit so the flow goes like this:
Registration >> Urine Test (Pee on the litmus paper) >> Measure Height & Weight >> Wait for consultation

Dr Phua did the scan for us and we can hear the baby heartbeat *melts*

Baby is now about the size of a raspberry

Blood test was also conducted for:

• Full Blood Count - red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets (to determine any genetic blood disorder)
• Hepatitis B
• Sexually transmitted diseases - VDRL (tests for syphilis) & HIV
• Rubella IgG screen (immunity to rubella virus)
• ABO/Rh status (blood type & presence of antibodies)

Blood sampling will be sent to the laboratory and result will be ready within a week. Dr mention I will be informed if there is urgency to discuss result, otherwise during the next monthly appointment he will run through the result. Invoice for today:

• Follow-up Consultation $49
• Ultrasound Scan $43
• Folic Acid (1 month supply) $10
• Blood Test $90

Total Bill: $192

We also decide on doing OSCAR for our First Trimester Screening Test. The nurse help us to arrange for an appointment with Thomson Diagnostic Imaging Centre during our Week 13. Under the Fetal Assessment Unit (FAU), we were scheduled on 22 Jan 16 for '11 – 14 Weeks Nuchal Translucency (Down’s Syndrome Risk Assessment) + Blood Test'.

Do note that Thomson charges extra $30 for Weekend Appointment. Was told to bring along this slip and go to Thomson Medical Level 4, payment is also to be made to the hospital directly.