Hello to all, hope you're not too toasty wherever you are. Melbourne is scorching and I want to make a cubby in my fridge!

Saw my midwife on Tues - all's going well. Got to hear a heart beat, and even though the dance that's been happening on my cervix leaves me with no doubt that bubs is alive and well, it's still so wonderful to hear it! The midwife sent me a letter the next day with request forms for the anti D, FBE (full blood exam???), and GCT and a note saying "forgot to talk to you about these tests - give them some thought and if you want them, let me know next appt." So my questions for you gals...

What are the pros and cons with these tests?
Anti D... I have -ve blood and hubby has +ve so I know the anti D is recommended, but are you aware of any dangers or possible negative side-effects?
FBE... is that full blood exam? Do you know what they're looking for?
GCT... what are the odds that I'll actually get GD? Are there any factors that make me more or less at risk? Will I be able to tell from other symptoms without doing this test? Are there any risks / issues associated with doing this test that I need to know?

Thanks in advance!