Which antenatal investigation is commonly used to screen for asymptomatic bacteriuria?
Correct answer: A. Urine culture
- A. Urine culture
- B. Chest radiograph
- C. Liver function test
- D. Stool microscopy
Explanation
Urine culture can detect bacteria in the urine even when the pregnant woman has no urinary symptoms. Untreated bacteriuria can progress to pyelonephritis and is associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes.
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Routine care during pregnancy includes booking history, physical examination, laboratory investigations, nutritional advice, immunisation, fetal growth assessment and scheduled antenatal visits. It also covers recognition of danger signs, calculation of gestational age and estimated delivery date, and the difference between uncomplicated surveillance and referral for high-risk pregnancy.
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