First Trimester Exams and Prenatal Care Information

The prenatal care schedule, broken down by weeks, outlines the essential and regular examinations during pregnancy that are crucial for both your health and that of your unborn child. Legally recommended screening tests must be carried out at the specified times.

To confirm a pregnancy, you should consult an obstetrician-gynecologist. Afterward, the locally assigned health visitor will take over your care, complete, and provide you with the prenatal care booklet. The health visitor performs the necessary examinations and provides information about screening tests as well as available social benefits. The health visitor records the pregnancy and risk classification in the prenatal care booklet.

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First trimester

6-8. hét

Pregnancy diagnosis (at the doctor)

Pregnancy is confirmed via ultrasound. Following a review of your medical history, a risk assessment is performed. With the outpatient report issued during this visit, you will need to register with the district midwife to initiate maternity care.

8-10. week

Laboratory test

First trimester laboratory tests (blood and urine) are conducted. If you prefer to have these done at your local clinic, the referral required is your maternity care booklet.

9-11. week

Medical prenatal care (at the doctor)

We will review the test results obtained so far and perform an initial ultrasound examination.

11-14. week

Genetic ultrasound (mandatory) + NIPT (recommended)

This is one of the most important ultrasound examinations, aimed at screening for common genetic disorders. During this visit, the estimated due date (EDD) is also determined. To complement the ultrasound, we recommend a NIPT (Non-Invasive Prenatal Test) - a blood test performed on a sample taken from the mother. It is a risk-free alternative to placental and amniotic fluid testing. The test analyzes fetal DNA present in the maternal bloodstream. Please consult your obstetrician to help you choose the most appropriate test for your needs.

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Norbert Tompa MD

Obstetrician-Gynecologist, Pediatric Gynecologist.

Specialist at Szent Margit Hospital in Budapest and Head of the Pediatric Gynecology Outpatient Clinic.

During my consultations, I consider it essential to create a calm and trusting environment where my patients feel comfortable approaching me with any questions or concerns they may have.

The patient is always my first and foremost priority.

Throughout the months of pregnancy care, I do everything I can to ensure that my patients feel safe and supported every step of the way. I place particular emphasis on the principle of informed consent and on laying the foundations for a positive birth experience.

I warmly welcome expectant mothers to my private practice for pregnancy care, from confirming the pregnancy (earliest 2 weeks after the expected period has been missed) through to birth preparation.

Private practice information

Prenatal Care

It is important that during your pregnancy care, you receive high-quality, individual attention from your doctor in a calm, accepting, judgment-free environment, with enough time to properly discuss your questions and the process of your pregnancy care.

In 2026, pregnancy care for expectant mothers who belong to Szent Margit Hospital is provided by the hospital’s antenatal care service. For more information, please visit www.margitszuleszet.hu.

The following areas belong to the maternity unit of Szent Margit Hospital:

Budakalász; Budapest District III; Csobánka; Dunabogdány; Kisoroszi; Leányfalu; Pilisborosjenő; Piliscsaba; Pilisjászfalu; Pilisvörösvár; Pilisszántó; Pilisszentkereszt; Pilisszentlászló; Pócsmegyer; Pomáz; Szentendre; Szigetmonostor; Tahitótfalu; Tinnye; Üröm; Visegrád.

If it is important to you to minimize waiting times during your pregnancy care, have dedicated, quality time with your doctor, and have the opportunity to ask your questions and receive thorough information, I warmly welcome you to my private practice.

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Second trimester

14-16. week

Medical prenatal care (at the doctor)

We will review the results obtained so far and perform an exploratory ultrasound examination. Any questions or concerns will be discussed, along with the recommended next steps in your care.

16-17. week

Early glucose tolerance test (at a public health clinic or private laboratory provider)

This examination is necessary if there is a high-risk of gestational diabetes.

18-20. week

Genetic ultrasound

During the ultrasound, a detailed examination of most of the fetus’s organs is performed. The purpose of the scan is to screen for abnormalities that may not have been detectable in earlier stages.

20-22. week

Medical prenatal care (at the doctor)

We will review the test results obtained so far and perform an initial ultrasound examination. Any questions or concerns will be addressed, and the next steps in your care will be discussed.

24-28. week

Laboratory testing and glucose tolerance test (at a public health clinic or private laboratory provider)

Second trimester laboratory tests (blood and urine), along with a glucose tolerance test.

26-28. week

Medical prenatal care (at the doctor)

We will review the results obtained so far and perform an initial ultrasound examination. Any questions you may have, as well as the next recommended steps, will be discussed in detail.

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Third trimester

30-32. week

Third trimester ultrasound examination

During the ultrasound, most of the fetus’s organs are thoroughly examined. Special attention is given to fetal size, amniotic fluid levels, and circulation.

32-34 week

Medical prenatal care (at the doctor)

We will review the test results obtained so far and perform an initial ultrasound examination. Any questions you may have, as well as the next steps in your care, will be discussed in detail.

36. week

Medical prenatal care (at the doctor)

In cases of high-risk pregnancy, the visit begins with a 20–30 minute CTG examination to assess fetal heart activity. This is followed by a vaginal swab to perform Group B Streptococcus screening. We will then review the test results obtained so far and perform an initial ultrasound examination. Any questions you may have, along with the next steps in your care, will be thoroughly discussed.