Description
The Mothers of Africa ANC (Antenatal Care) Panel is a comprehensive rapid test panel designed for maternal health screening during pregnancy. This panel provides quick, reliable, and cost-effective detection of key infections and conditions that can affect maternal and foetal health.
Tests Included in the ANC Panel:
The panel screens for critical infections and health markers essential for prenatal care, including:
✅ HIV 1/2 Rapid Test – Detects HIV antibodies to identify maternal HIV status for early intervention and PMTCT (Prevention of Mother-To-Child Transmission).
✅ Syphilis (Treponema pallidum) Rapid Test – Identifies syphilis infection, which can cause congenital syphilis, miscarriage, or stillbirth if untreated.
✅ Hepatitis B Surface Antigen (HBsAg) Test – Screens for Hepatitis B infection, which can be transmitted to the baby at birth.
✅ Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) Test – Detects HCV antibodies, helping to prevent mother-to-child transmission.
✅ Blood Group & Rhesus Factor (ABO & RhD Typing) – Determines maternal blood type to manage Rh incompatibility risks (which can cause haemolytic disease in newborns).
✅ You should always include – Hemoglobin (Hb) Test – Checks for anaemia, a common issue in pregnancy that can lead to complications like preterm birth and low birth weight.
Key Features & Benefits:
✅ Comprehensive Maternal Health Screening: Covers major infections and conditions affecting pregnancy.
✅ Rapid & Reliable Results: Provides results within 10–20 minutes, ensuring timely clinical decisions.
✅ Point-of-Care (POC) Testing: Ideal for antenatal clinics, hospitals, and community healthcare programs.
✅ Small Sample Volume Required: Uses fingerstick blood or venous samples, minimizing discomfort.
✅ No Lab Equipment Needed: Perfect for low-resource settings and rural healthcare facilities.
✅ High Sensitivity & Specificity: Ensures accurate results to improve maternal and fetal outcomes.
✅ Supports PMTCT Programs: Helps in early diagnosis and intervention, reducing the risk of transmission to the baby.
Who Should Use the Mothers of Africa ANC Panel?
✅ Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal Clinics
✅ Healthcare Providers in Maternal Health Programs
✅ Hospitals & Community Health Centers
✅ NGOs and Public Health Initiatives Focused on Maternal & Child Health
