Pre-marital Screening (Malaysia) Guide

What is pre-marital screening?

Pre-marital screening is a series of tests conducted to assess the health of couples who are planning to get married and start a family.

Who is pre-marital screening package meant for?

Pre-marital screening package is meant for couples who are considering marriage.

Why is pre-marital health screening important?

Pre-marital health screening is important because it helps identify potential health issues, including infectious and hereditary diseases, that could pose risks to the health of their partner and future children. Here are several reasons that stress the importance of pre-marital screening:

Prevents STDs

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) or infections (STIs) can be prevented through pre-marital screening. These diseases are typically transmitted through sexual contact, including vaginal, oral, or anal sex. Some STDs, such as herpes and HIV, can also be spread through skin-to-skin contact.

Prevents passing on of hereditary diseases 

Pre-marital screening helps identify hereditary diseases caused by genetic or chromosomal mutations that can be passed from parents to children.

Assists in family planning

Pre-marital screening plays a role in family planning decisions. It allows couples to consider their health conditions and make informed choices regarding the number of children they wish to have, or if they want to have children at all. It also helps determine the optimal age for starting a family.

Assists in future children’s health

Pre-marital screening provides valuable information about the health conditions of both partners, which can guide decisions and measures to ensure the well-being of future children.

Assists in building a healthy relationship with your partner

Pre-marital screening promotes transparency and open communication between partners by providing essential health information. This enables couples to support each other in managing their health conditions and fosters a healthy and supportive relationship.

Pre-marital screening tests

There are various types of pre-marital screening tests available to check for specific health conditions:

Blood tests

Blood tests are commonly used in medical examinations to assess various aspects of health. They can help identify abnormalities in blood cells, platelets, electrolytes, proteins, hormones, and minerals.

STD testing

STD testing involves physical exams, microscopic examination of sores, or swabbing samples from the vagina, penis, or anus. Blood tests may also be conducted to detect certain STDs.

Genetic and chronic diseases test

Genetic testing analyses DNA to identify mutations or variants that may be associated with certain medical conditions. It can help guide medical care and treatment decisions.

Reproductive system examination

A reproductive system examination, such as a pelvic exam, evaluates the vulva, vagina, cervix, ovaries, uterus, rectum, and pelvis. This physical examination may include a Pap test to screen for cervical cancer.

Make an appointment at Pantai Hospitals

If you are looking for health screenings, Pantai Hospitals offer health screening packages just for you and your partner to assess both your health conditions.

Get in touch with us to book an appointment today if you have any concerns or questions about pre-marital screening. A dedicated and expert team of Obstetrics and Gynaecology specialists at Pantai Hospitals is available for consultation to provide the best care possible.

Pantai Hospitals have been accredited by the Malaysian Society for Quality in Health (MSQH) for its commitment to patient safety and service quality.