A new diagnostic test can predict and help prevent miscarriages by identifying issues in the womb lining before pregnancy, ...

A simple blood test taken in the first trimester of pregnancy could accurately identify women at risk of developing ...

How Australian pregnant women are tested for gestational diabetes is set to change, with new national guidelines released ...

PFAS, also known as "forever chemicals," are a class of man-made compounds used in nonstick and waterproof products. They are ...

A new at-home spit test appears to be as effective as birth control pills at preventing pregnancy – and it will soon roll out ...

Doctors at Columbia University Fertility Center have reported what they are calling the first pregnancy using a new AI system ...

Archaeologists discovered a papyrus from the New Kingdom era (1500 - 1300 BCE) that provides instructions on an ancient pregnancy test, dating its use to at least 3500 years ago. Written in Hieratic ...

Taking a pregnancy test too early can produce a false negative result. And the prospect of a major life change like pregnancy is a time when you want to make sure you're getting the most accurate ...

You can have your baby tested for Down syndrome during routine doctor’s visits when you’re pregnant. Find out what tests your doctor might use, what the risks are, and how to decide.

The most common pregnancy test is an over-the-counter, at-home test. These tests check for hCG levels in your urine. While the tests claim to be 99% accurate if you follow the instructions, it’s ...

The bleach pregnancy test is a do-it-yourself test, although there is no scientific evidence that it’s accurate or effective. What to Know About Pregnancy Tests When you’re pregnant, your body ...

Who Gets the Test? Genetic testing is an option for any woman before or during pregnancy. Sometimes the baby's father gets tested, too. Your doctor may suggest genetic testing if family history ...