
You should also moderately fill the bladder in the hour prior to the examination.Ī copy of your normal 20 week morphology ultrasound will be required and you should arrive 10 minutes prior to the appointment to read and sign a non-medical disclaimer.Ĭlick Here to view a downloadable Information Sheet for your Obstetric Ultrasound. To assist, stay well hydrated by drinking plenty of water for 2-3 days prior to the examination, as this aids in achieving the best possible pictures of your baby.

Sonographers at Clarity are experienced in obtaining the best 3D images for you, however the quality of the images is also dependant on the position of the baby and amount of surrounding amniotic fluid. There is an out-of-pocket expense, please ask reception for details.

As such they are not covered by Medicare and do not require a referral. These scans are not for diagnostic purposes and while it is still performed by highly specialised Clarity sonographers, no medical assessment of the baby is performed. You may wish to have 3D/4D ultrasound examination at 26-30 weeks to see the baby’s face and have images to share with your family and friends. You should discuss the results of your NT scan and risk calculation with your referring Doctor. A high risk result is not an indication that your baby will have Down Syndrome but that further investigation is necessary. Clarity sonographers are accredited with the Australian Nuchal Translucency program to perform NT ultrasound examinations and are audited annually.
20 WEEK ULTRASOUND 4D SOFTWARE
The risk calculation is obtained via specialised software from the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG) Nuchal Translucency Program (). This blood sample should be collected at your preferred pathology collection centre, a few days prior to your ultrasound where possible, however can be collected anytime between 10 to 13 weeks. Your doctor may also request a blood test to accompany the ultrasound. Third Trimester Foetal Growth and Well-Beingīest performed during the 12th week (can be performed at 11 weeks to 13 weeks 6 days).This screening test uses special measurements taken on ultrasound to determine the risk (possibility) of the genetic disorder Trisomy 21, also known as Down syndrome, as well as Trisomy 13 and 18. When do I have my routine Ultrasound Examinations? We are honoured to be a part of this special time and endeavour to provide you with the best quality examination and a valuable part of the bonding experience with your baby. If you have any additional questions or concerns, please contact the Clarity team. The information below is designed to help you understand your ultrasounds and what Clarity can provide during your pregnancy. At Clarity, ultrasound examinations are only performed by accredited sonographers who are highly trained specialised medical imaging technologists with qualifications and national accreditation in Medical Ultrasound.Įach ultrasound examination will require a referral from your GP, midwife or Specialist Obstetrician and will depend on the clinical need. If you are interested in a 3D echo in Amsterdam, you are more than welcome to request a call back to make an appointment or if you have any questions.Ultrasound examinations during pregnancy are performed at various gestational ages and for a number of reasons. The echo centre is located in the centre of Amsterdam, just above the Vondelpark. The 3D 4D scans take place in our echo centre in Amsterdam. You can always ask our assistent for advice on when to schedule your 3D 4D scan. It of course depends on the position of your baby what is possible to picture during this scan. This detailed ultrasound scan, sometimes called the mid-pregnancy or anomaly scan, is usually carried out when youre between 18 and 21 weeks pregnant. If you want to come earlier or later that is of course also possible. If you are expecting twins it is better to have this scan a bit earlier in the pregnancy so that both children will still fit into one picture together. Your baby then has the ideal size and posture for these images. The best time for this scan is between 24 and 30 weeks.

The 3D 4D scans are made by certified and experienced technicians who enjoy showing you your child in this special way and tell you everything about it. This means that if your baby were to yawn for example you will see this happening ‘live’. The 3D images also show depth and the 4D images show you these 3D pictures with live movement. The 2D ultrasound scan shows you a black and white image of your baby’s contours. We will also give you those images on an USB-stick. The 3D 4D images will give you a very realistic picture. With this scan you can have an other opportunity to enjoy watching your baby. Would you like to see your baby in ‘real time’? Maybe you want to take the future grandparents along for an ultrasound scan? Our 3D echo is the perfect occasion.
