• Can this scan determine the baby's position before delivery?

Yes, the scan is used to determine if the baby is in a head-down or breech position before delivery.

• Are more frequent scans ever necessary?

Yes, high-risk pregnancies, such as those involving gestational diabetes, may require more frequent scans.

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Medical notice: this information is for education and service understanding. It is not a diagnosis or a recommendation for an unnecessary procedure.

About this service

An ultrasound procedure to measure fetal biometry, estimate weight, and evaluate placental position and amniotic fluid to ensure healthy fetal development.

What is the Fetal Growth Scan?

An ultrasound scan performed during the late second or third trimester.
It measures fetal biometry (Head, Abdomen, Femur) to estimate weight and monitor development.

Why is this scan important?

To ensure the baby is growing at a healthy rate relative to the gestational age.
To check the amniotic fluid levels and the health/position of the placenta.
To determine the baby's position (head down or breech) before delivery.

When is it scheduled?

Typically performed between 28 and 36 weeks of pregnancy.
More frequent scans may be needed for high-risk pregnancies, such as gestational diabetes.

What is included?

✓Advanced ultrasound imaging
✓Detailed medical report with biometry
✓Estimated Fetal Weight (EFW) calculation

Conditions and notices

Fasting is not required
Previous ultrasound reports are recommended for growth comparison

Frequently Asked Questions

Short answers to the FAQs published with this service.

• What is the Fetal Growth and Wellbeing Ultrasound Scan?

It is an ultrasound procedure performed in the late second or third trimester to measure fetal biometry, estimate weight, and monitor the baby's development.

• What measurements are included in the fetal biometry?

The scan measures the baby's head, abdomen, and femur to estimate weight and ensure development is on track.

• Why is it important to evaluate the amniotic fluid and placenta?

Checking amniotic fluid levels and the health and position of the placenta ensures that the environment supporting fetal development is healthy.

• When is this scan typically performed during pregnancy?

Service resources and references

References and additional resources

Reference material and files associated with this service when available.

Scientific references

ISUOG Guidelines
ACOG Clinical Guidance

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What is the Fetal Growth Scan?

Why is this scan important?

When is it scheduled?

What is included?

Conditions and notices

Frequently Asked Questions

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Scientific references

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