Appointment Preparation

Obstetric Ultrasound

 Preparation for the Nuchal Translucency Scan

  1. Have an early pregnancy scan to establish an accurate gestational age of your baby.
  2. Book your scan between the gestational ages of 11 weeks 3 days and 13 weeks 6 days. 
  3. If possible, have your blood test performed between 10-11 weeks. If your are more than 11 weeks this is still acceptable and preferably have this blood test performed a minimum of three days prior to your scan. 
  4. Fill your bladder as per directions given to you by our reception staff.
  5. Bring any prior scans that you may have had for this pregnancy.
  6. Fill out all paperwork given to you by reception staff as accurately as possible.
  7. Book a follow-up appointment with your referring doctor to get the results of your scan.