What are the Bad Obstetric History Test Criteria?

A BOH evaluation is generally advised if a woman has:

• Two or more consecutive miscarriages
  
  

• History of stillbirth or fetal loss
  
  

• Unexplained infertility with pregnancy loss
  
  

• Preterm delivery or fetal growth restriction
  
  

• Pregnancy complications without a clear cause

What are the Bad Obstetric History Causes?

Common causes of a bad obstetric history include:

• Blood clotting disorders (APLA / APS)
  
  

• Hormonal imbalances (thyroid, diabetes)
  
  

• Autoimmune diseases
  
  

• Infections affecting pregnancy
  
  

• Genetic or chromosomal abnormalities
  
  

• Uterine or placental issues

Prepare

Preparation for BOH tests is simple:

• Fasting may be required for some blood tests
  
  

• Avoid alcohol before testing
  
  

• Inform the doctor about current medications
  
  

• Carry previous medical or pregnancy reports

Procedure

• Blood sample is collected using sterile techniques
  
  

• Sample collection is quick and minimally invasive
  
  

• Home sample collection may be available
  
  

• Samples are processed using advanced laboratory methods

Prescribed

BOH tests are commonly prescribed by:

• Gynecologists
  
  

• Obstetricians
  
  

• Fertility specialists
  
  

• IVF centres
  
  

• Physicians

Components

A BOH package may include:

• Immunological tests
  
  

• Hormonal tests
  
  

• Infection screening
  
  

• Metabolic assessments
  
  

• Specialized clotting tests
  
  

Sample Type Required

• Blood sample (primary sample)
  
  

• Occasionally, additional samples if advised by the doctor