[lilash07]

I was wondering what do they do when you go to find out if your pregnant?I imagine a test but is that all?:confused:

[alkalineangel]

They will have you pee in a cup. If you ask for a blood test, they will draw blood. Some doctors may do a vaginal exam.

[buggage]

Most of the time, for your first visit, you will take a urine sample (checking for the pregnancy hormone, protein in urine, possible bladder infections, etc. its also a good way for them to be able to tell if you are drinking enough water. If its dark yellow, they will likely instruct you to drink a lot more water.) they will take your blood pressure, give you a pap smear/vaginal exam, most will also examine your breasts, and feel your stomach, ask a few questions.the whole thing doesn't take much longer, or differ much for an annual exam. I am guessing you have found out you are pregnant, so congrats to you

[alkalineangel]

I think she is trying to determine If she is pregnant...

[buggage]

Oops! I miss read that. I thought it said "when you find out you are pregnant" not "when you GO to find out" thanks for catching that hun. Guess that's what I get for answering posts while breastfeeding, folding laundry and watching a movie at the same time! Hah

[alkalineangel]

Lol... we all do it. :)

Also, I want to add that where you go will make a difference. A clinic will most likely not do as much as your GYN would. Good luck!

[GoldieMae]

Depending on when you tell them your last period was, the doctor may also check for a heartbeat after confirming pregnancy with the pee or blood test. If your period is sx weeks late, many will check for a heartbeat. At least that's what mine did.

[J_9]

Most of the time, for your first visit, you will take a urine sample (checking for the pregnancy hormone, protein in urine, possible bladder infections, etc. its also a good way for them to be able to tell if you are drinking enough water. If its dark yellow, they will likely instruct you to drink a lot more water.) they will take your blood pressure, give you a pap smear/vaginal exam, most will also examine your breasts, and feel your stomach, ask a few questions.the whole thing doesnt take much longer, or differ much for an annual exam. I am guessing you have found out you are pregnant, so congrats to you

This is what they will do at your first exam. Most doctors will do all of this even just to determine pregnancy.