Ultrasound OBSTETRIC-SINGLE FETUS -14 WEEKS OR GREATER
About Test
Ultrasound is often used by obstetricians to see your baby and monitor your pregnancy. The Ultrasound machine consists of a transducer that transmits sound waves to and from the body to create images of your baby, cervix, and placenta on the attached computer. It does not use X-rays, so it is the safest method to know about your baby’s growth and pregnancy. You may need around 3-4 or more ultrasounds during your prenatal period.
The ultrasound scan at 12- 14 weeks can also screen your baby (along with some other tests) for the presence of Down syndrome by checking nuchal translucency. Therefore, it is also called a Nuchal translucency scan.
Why and when do you need this test?
Obstetric ultrasound can tell about the following;
- Confirmation of pregnancy (by detecting a heartbeat).
- Number of babies (multiple fetuses)
- Calculation of gestational age and expected due date.
- To check if your baby is growing normally
- To determine the status of your placenta
- To check for congenital abnormalities in the baby
- To tell about the position of the fetus
- To check if you have a normal amount of amniotic fluid
- Ectopic pregnancy
- Evaluation of the cervix to determine future risks of premature birth
- Detect abnormalities in the placenta (location)
- To check for the source of bleeding (if present)
Do you need to prepare for the test?
This test needs no special preparation.
- You may need to wear loose, easy clothing to expose your tummy properly.
- You may need to come with a full or empty bladder according to your doctor’s advice.
What can you expect?
- To begin with the procedure, you will lie down on the table with your back.
- The radiologist will apply some gel on your tummy, over which she will place the transducer
- She will move the transducer up and down to produce pictures from all angles.
- Although it is painless, you may feel a little pressure as she moves and press the transducer to get images.
- The procedure lasts for about 20-30 minutes
- After the exam, you can go home and return to daily activities normally unless advised otherwise by your doctor.
Are there any risks to this test?
Ultrasound is a safe procedure. It does not use X-rays.
What do the test results mean?
The ultrasound would be able to tell about the following;
- If there is any problem with your ovaries, uterus, or cervix
- A small baby as per gestational age
- Issues with the placenta (placenta Previa or placental abruption)
- Presence of twins, triplets, or more.
- Ectopic pregnancy
- Endometrial fibroids,
- Your baby is in a breech position
- Polyhydramnios (having too much amniotic fluid)
- Oligohydramnios (having too little amniotic fluid).
- Presence of a congenital disorder in your baby
Related Tests:
Other related tests may include:
- Transvaginal Obstetric ultrasound
- Blood test to confirm pregnancy
Frequently ordered together
Ultrasound Obstetrics
OBSTETRIC PANEL
Obstetrical US 14 weeks with additional fetus
Ultrasound Obstetric-last trimester
Obstetrical US 14weeks with Additional Fetus
Detailed Obstetrical US Single Fetus
Detailed Obstetrical US with Additional Fetus
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Ultrasound OBSTETRIC-SINGLE FETUS -14 WEEKS OR GREATER
Ultrasound OBSTETRIC-SINGLE FETUS-LESS THAN 14 WEEKS
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