Which of the following infections is tested for during pregnancy?

During pregnancy, testing for HIV is a standard part of prenatal care because it is essential for both maternal and infant health. If a pregnant woman is HIV positive, there are interventions that can be taken to reduce the risk of transmission of the virus to the baby during pregnancy, labor, and breastfeeding. Identifying HIV in pregnant women allows for timely treatment, which can significantly improve health outcomes for both the mother and the child.

While other infections such as Hepatitis C, COVID-19, and Influenza are important to consider, routine testing for these during pregnancy is not universally applied as it is for HIV. For example, Hepatitis C may be tested depending on risk factors, but it is not part of routine testing for all pregnant women. COVID-19 testing typically occurs based on symptoms or exposure rather than routine prenatal screening. Influenza vaccination is recommended during pregnancy, but testing for the influenza virus itself is not standard practice unless clinically indicated.