I've had a fairly uneventful pregnancy. At around 28 weeks my bloods showed my iron was a little low, I got a call from the surgery receptionist to tell me this and to say I need to get my bloods done again in two weeks to check it wasn't a one off. Fine, bloods re-done, definitely anaemic, cue a call from the receptionist 'you need to collect an iron prescription'. Duly collected prescription and took tablets, no real advice given at any point though. At my midwife appointment I queried it and she said it was very borderline and just to take the tablets.
Had bloods again this week (I'm 37 weeks now) as I'd complained of itchy hands. Got a call, from the receptionist again, saying the results indicate a problem with my liver function and I need to have the test again next week to be sure it's not a one off. I explained I already have a scheduled appointment next week with the midwife so will be sure my blood is taken again. I asked if I need to be aware of anything else and she said no. However, after googling, (I know I know I shouldn't) this is quite serious. I intend to deliver in a midwifery led unit and could realistically go into labour at any time now. Liver function problems could mean I need consultant led care in a hospital. My question - is this how other people get their blood results? I am now just worried, she called me to say I need a retest but I'm seeing the midwife anyway, I've gained nothing from that call but stress. And does everyone always have a retest 'in case it's a one off'? It's quite late in my pregnancy to just wait a week and see surely?
I got the call quite late today and it's now the weekend so I can't even call the surgery and ask to speak to a midwife or doctor.
Any advice, opinions welcome.