Prenatal Viability Scan: Assessing Fetal Health
Viability scan is the first scan performed during pregnancy. This scan is carried out during seventh to tenth week of pregnancy. A viability scan determines your pregnancy date and estimates the due date of delivery. What is The Purpose of a Viability Scan? The purpose of viability scan is: A viability scan provides detailed pictures […]
4D Scan for Pregnancy
It is also known as a four-dimensional scan. It is a type of ultrasound scan used during pregnancy to produce real-time images, allowing for a more detailed view of the baby’s movements and features. It also produces the fourth dimension of time, allowing for a video-like view of the baby’s movements. It is a safe […]
Nuchal Translucency Scan: Fetal Ultrasound During Pregnancy
What is a Nuchal Translucency Scan? (Fetal Ultrasound During Pregnancy) A nuchal translucency scan is a pregnancy ultrasound scan that is performed to measure your baby’s nuchal translucency (a fluid-filled space behind your baby’s neck). This helps the doctor estimate the risk of chromosomal abnormality such as Down syndrome in your baby. Why is a […]
Importance of Fetal Anomaly Scan (Mid-Pregnancy Scan)
Anomaly scan is carried out between 18-20 weeks of pregnancy. The purpose of the scan is to monitor the development of the fetal organs and identify birth defects The 20th week is crucial for both mother and the baby, and you should never miss the anomaly scan. Aim of the Anomaly Scan Every pregnant woman […]
What is 3D Scan in Pregnancy?
A 3D scan in pregnancy is a medical imaging technique that uses ultrasound technology to create a 3D image of a developing fetus. This type of scan provides more detailed images of the fetus than a traditional 2D ultrasound, allowing healthcare providers to better evaluate fetal development and identify potential issues. Why is it performed? […]
Unleashing the Power of Abdominal Ultrasound
What is an Abdominal Ultrasound Scan? Ultrasound of the abdomen is a non-invasive and painless procedure that uses sound waves to produce images of the organs and other structures within the abdomen. Ultrasound is safe and does not use ionizing radiation. These images help diagnose and evaluate disease conditions of the abdominal aorta, kidneys, liver, […]