A pregnant woman should be tested for which infections?

Correct option is B

Sol. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) and national antenatal care guidelines, every pregnant woman should be screened for HIV, Hepatitis B, and Syphilis. These infections can be transmitted vertically (from mother to child) and may cause serious complications, including congenital syphilis, neonatal hepatitis, and perinatal HIV transmission.
Explanation of each option:
· (a) HIV, Hepatitis A, Syphilis – Incorrect. Hepatitis A is a foodborne infection and does not pose a significant vertical transmission risk.
· (b) HIV, Hepatitis B, Syphilis – Correct answer. These infections are screened during pregnancy as they can be transmitted to the baby and cause severe complications.
· (c) HIV, Hepatitis C, Syphilis – Partially correct. Hepatitis C can be transmitted vertically, but screening for Hepatitis C is not mandatory in routine antenatal care unless the mother is at high risk.
· (d) HIV, Hepatitis E, Syphilis – Incorrect. Hepatitis E is a waterborne disease that does not require routine antenatal screening.