Can anyone tell me what a serology blood test, tests for? I am pregnant and it was one of the tests that I needed to have done on my booking in appointment.

Most likely it is a battery of tests to determine your blood type, Rh factor, immunities such as rubella and varicella, as well as hepatitis, syphillis, and HIV.

It's a standard test used so that the OB knows how to treat the mother as well as the baby.

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Originally Posted by J_9

Most likely it is a battery of tests to determine your blood type, Rh factor, immunities such as rubella and varicella, as well as hepatitis, syphillis, and HIV.

It's a standard test used so that the OB knows how to treat the mother as well as the baby.

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Thanks J_9

No problem. These are routine blood tests that are done at the doctor's office. At my hospital we re-run the blood work when our gals come in in labor.