reasons for carrying out blood tests for expectant mothers in the maternal clinics

Four reasons for carrying out blood tests for expectant mothers in the maternal clinics.

1. To check the blood pressure to ensure it is normal
2. To establish the blood group and level of haemoglobin in case of need of blood transfusion during delivery
3. Establish the level of iron in the blood to determine whether there is need to administer iron pills or not
4. To know the HIV status of the mother.