Factors Affecting Triple Elimination Testing Participation by the Pregnant Women During Their First Visit (K1) at Harapan Baru Health Center, East Kalimantan
10.31436/ imjm.v25i02/3073
- Author:
Tuti Meihartat
1
;
Prita Maharani
1
;
Sumiat
1
;
Aries Abiyoga
2
;
Leny Suzana Suddin
3
Author Information
1. Department of Midwifery, Institute of Health Technology and Science Wiyata Husada Samarinda, Indonesia
2. Department of Nursing, Institute of Health Technology and Science Wiyata Husada Samarinda, Indonesia
3. Department of Public Health Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Selangor, Malaysia
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Triple Elimination Screening;
Pregnant women;
Education;
Knowledge;
Health Worker Suppor
- From:
The International Medical Journal Malaysia
2026;25(No. 2):47-54
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
INTRODUCTION: Mother-to-child-transmission of HIV, syphilis and hepatitis
B is a significant public health issue in Indonesia. Triple elimination screening,
which tests these three infections, is a crucial strategy for early detection and
prevention, ideally conducted during the first antenatal visit (K1). However,
the coverage of this screening remains suboptimal in several regions, including
the Harapan Baru Health Center. This study aimed to test factors affecting
participation in the triple elimination screening during the first antenatal visit
among pregnant women in the service area of the Harapan Baru Health
Center. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A cross-sectional study was conducted
involving 50 pregnant women who attended their K1 visit in June 2025.
Participants were selected using convenience sampling. Data were gathered
through structured questionnaires and maternal and child health (MCH)
books and analysed using the Pearson chi-square test. RESULTS: Respondents’
knowledge (OR=5.4, p=0.023) and health worker support (OR=10.7,
p=0.002;) were significantly associated with screening participation. However,
the education level was not significantly associated. CONCLUSION: Good
knowledge level and positive support from health workers could increase the
likelihood of pregnant women undergoing triple elimination screening during
their first antenatal visit.
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