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Antenatal scans play a vital role in ensuring the health and development of your baby. These non-invasive procedures use ultrasound technology to create images of the fetus, helping healthcare providers track progress from early stages to delivery.
Why Are Antenatal Scans Important?
- Confirm pregnancy viability and location
- Establish accurate due dates
- Detect multiple pregnancies (twins, triplets)
- Screen for chromosomal abnormalities
- Monitor fetal growth and development
- Check placenta position and amniotic fluid levels
1. Early Pregnancy / Dating Scan (5-11 weeks)
🎯 Purpose
Verify viability and location of pregnancy.
🔍 What It Checks
Pregnancy site, number of fetuses, heartbeat (110-160 bpm), uterine abnormalities.
⏱️ Duration:
15-30 minutes
2. Nuchal Translucency Scan (11-14 weeks)
🎯 Purpose
Early risk assessment for chromosomal issues like Down syndrome.
🔍 What It Checks
Crown-rump length, fluid behind neck, nasal bone, heart rate, blood flow.
⏱️ Duration:
20-40 minutes
3. Fetal Anomaly Scan (18-22 weeks)
🎯 Purpose
Thorough structural examination of the fetus.
🔍 What It Checks
Brain, spine, heart, limbs, abdomen, placenta position, amniotic fluid, cervix.
⏱️ Duration:
30-60 minutes (most detailed scan)
4. Growth Scan with Doppler (24-42 weeks)
🎯 Purpose
Monitor ongoing development and fetal health.
🔍 What It Checks
Fetal size, estimated weight, blood flow via Doppler, placenta maturity.
💡 3D/4D Scans
These can enhance any scan for clearer, more realistic images of your baby.
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