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Harper LM, Odibo AO, Macones GA, Crane JP, Cahill AG. Effect of placenta previa on fetal growth. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2010;203(4):330-e1. doi:10.1016/j.ajog.2010.05.014 There are no known risks to the baby or the mother from having an ultrasound scan, but it's important that you consider carefully whether to have the scan or not. This is because the scan can provide information that may mean you have to make further important decisions. For example, you may be offered further tests, such as amniocentesis, that have a risk of miscarriage. When are scans offered? The dating scan can include a nuchal translucency (NT) scan, which is part of the combined screening test for Down's syndrome, if you choose to have this screening.

This type of scan is performed transabdominally (occasionally transvaginally) from 11 weeks to around 14 weeks and, among other things, is used to assess the chance of Down's syndrome and other chromosomal abnormalities. It will be given to you on the NHS if there is a clinical reason for offering it to you, but you can also pay for one. Kearin M, Pollard K, Garbett I. Accuracy of sonographic fetal gender determination: Predictions made by sonographers during routine obstetric ultrasound scans. Australian Journal of Ultrasound in Medicine. 2014;17(3):125-130. doi:10.1002/j.2205-0140.2014.tb00028.x Definitely ask if you want some help decoding your photo. Subtle details can be hard to see if you’re not a professional, and Shree explains scan photos come in umpteen shades of grey. Clarity can also depend on the quality of the machine. Peelen MJCS, Kazemier BM, Ravelli ACJ, et al. Impact of fetal gender on the risk of preterm birth, a national cohort study. Acta Obstet Gynecol Scand. 2016;95(9):1034-41. doi:10.1111/aogs.12929 When you go for a pregnancy scan, the sonographer (a specialist trained in ultrasound scans) puts ultrasound gel on your tummy and then moves a handheld probe across your skin. While the gel might be a bit cold, the scans are completely painless.

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The procedure – transabdominal (a probe on the surface of your tummy) or possibly transvaginal at the very early stages of your pregnancy – will show the baby's heart beating, and the head and limbs forming around the 10-week mark. During the exam, sonographers need to keep the screen in a position that gives them a good view of the baby. No, the NHS does not offer 3D or 4D scans as part of its antenatal care, unless your care provider deems it medically necessary – for instance, if they want to further investigate an anomaly in your pregnancy. If necessary, you will be referred to a specialist, possibly in another hospital. Can I find out the sex of my baby?

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To show the position of the placenta and your baby, which can affect whether you plan to give birth vaginally or if you might need a caesarean section. The price you’ll pay for private scans depends on the type of scan you want, how many private scans you have, and where you live. For example, clinics in and around London tend to be more expensive than those in other parts of the country.

If it's difficult to get a good image, the scan may take longer or have to be repeated at another time. Can an ultrasound scan harm me or my baby? The sonographer will be able to tell you the results of the scan at the time. Do I have to have ultrasound scans? Nemec SF, Nemec U, Weber M, et al. Male sexual development in utero: testicular descent on prenatal magnetic resonance imaging. Ultrasound Obstet Gynecol. 2011;38(6):688-94. doi:10.1002/uog.8964 Most hospitals do not allow children to attend scans as childcare is not usually available. Please ask your hospital about this before your appointment.Ways to keep your family living costs down, and kids of all ages happy Get our Family newsletter – it's free monthly This depends on whether you have agreed to have the screening and when the scan takes place. Screening for Down's syndrome will happen at the dating scan if: Unless you're having entirely private antenatal and maternity care – in which case your two FASP scans are likely to be carried out by your private team rather than the NHS – these private scans are nice-to-haves rather than must-haves. Viability scan The probe sends out ultrasound waves – sound waves with a frequency higher than the human ear is able to hear – to produce images of your baby, which the sonographer studies on a screen. If you’re considering a private 3D or 4D scan, it’s worth considering that these scans often last longer, meaning your baby will be exposed to more ultrasound than they are during routine scans.

NHS vs NCT and other private antenatal classes : find out the differences between free and private groups, and where you can find local antenatal courses How much do private scans cost? Ultrasound scans use sound waves to build a picture of the baby in the womb. The scans are painless, have no known side effects on mothers or babies, and can be carried out at any stage of pregnancy. Talk to your midwife, GP or obstetrician about any concerns you have. Whether it's your 12-week scan or 20-week scan, that baby pic is one of the most significant photos you’ll ever have, so get clued up on what you’re looking atThe sonographer will carefully examine your baby's body. The sonographer may need to apply slight pressure on your tummy to get the best views of the baby. How long will a scan take? Some hospitals have a policy of not telling patients the sex of their baby. Speak to your sonographer or midwife to find out more. Can I have a picture of my baby?