Is fetal ultrasound safe for my baby?

Yes, completely. Fetal ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves — not radiation — and has an excellent safety record established over decades of use worldwide.

What is a Level II anomaly scan and why is it important?

The Level II Detailed Anomaly Scan, done between 18–22 weeks, evaluates your baby head-to-toe — brain, heart, spine, face, limbs, kidneys, placenta, and amniotic fluid — to detect structural abnormalities.

When do I need a Fetal Echocardiography?

Fetal Echo is recommended between 20–24 weeks for IVF pregnancies, mothers with diabetes, a family history of congenital heart disease, abnormal NT scan findings, or any suspected cardiac anomaly.

What is NIPT and how accurate is it?

NIPT is a highly accurate blood test from 10 weeks onwards that screens for chromosomal conditions including Down syndrome, Edwards syndrome, Patau syndrome, and sex chromosome anomalies, with accuracy above 99% for common trisomies.

Can I get same-day reporting for my fetal scan?

Yes. Same-day reporting is provided for all fetal imaging scans at Dr. Dua's Diagnostics, Chandigarh.

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NT Scan in Chandigarh: What to Expect and Why Is It Important?

The first trimester is an important stage of pregnancy, and timely screening can help you and your obstetrician understand your baby’s early development. A nuchal translucency (NT) scan, often called the 12-week scan, is a specialised ultrasound performed during early pregnancy. At Dr. Dua’s Diagnostics & Imaging Centre in Chandigarh,…

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