Question

blood tests done with pregnant women routinely test for all of the following chemicals except _________.
a vitamin c
b human chorionic gonadotropin
c estriol
d alpha - fetoprotein

Explanation:

• Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG): It is a hormone produced during pregnancy. Blood tests for hCG are commonly used to confirm pregnancy.
• Estriol: A form of estrogen that is produced by the placenta during pregnancy. Measuring estriol levels can help assess fetal well - being.
• Alpha - fetoprotein (AFP): In pregnancy, AFP is produced by the fetus. Abnormal levels can indicate certain fetal abnormalities.
• Vitamin C: While important for overall health, it is not a chemical that is routinely tested for in the context of standard pregnancy - related blood tests.

Answer:

A. vitamin C