What is it for?
To confirm location and number of pregnancy, detect the heartbeat, and rule out ectopic or failed pregnancy.

When is it done?
Usually between 6 and 9 weeks.

Why is it important?
Provides early reassurance and confirms that the pregnancy is developing normally.
Establishes a reliable due date, essential for scheduling all future tests and delivery planning.

When is it done?
Between 11 and 13+6 weeks.

Why is it important?
Forms part of the first-trimester aneuploidy screening and can also suggest early structural abnormalities.

When is it done?
Between 16 and 18 weeks.

Why is it important?
Useful for planning early interventions like amniocentesis in indicated cases. It helps detect major structural abnormalities in the fetus earlier than the standard anomaly scan, particularly in high-risk or IVF pregnancies.

What is it for?
A comprehensive scan of the fetal structures like brain, spine, heart, limbs, and face to detect congenital anomalies.

When is it done?
Between 18 and 22 weeks.

Why is it important?
It is the most critical mid-pregnancy scan for identifying structural abnormalities.

What is it for?
To assess for soft markers of chromosomal abnormalities like hypoplastic nasal bone, ventriculomegaly, increased nuchal fold thickness, echogenic bowel, or short femur.

When is it done?
Between 18 and 22 weeks, often as a follow-up to screening tests.

Why is it important?
Offers additional information and helps to decide about further invasive testing like amniocentesis in pregnant women with intermediate screening results.

What is it for?
To provide enhanced views of the fetal face, limbs, and structures using 3D/4D technology.

When is it done?
Usually between 20 and 24 weeks.

Why is it important?
Improves detection of subtle skeletal or facial anomalies and enhances parental bonding.

What is a Fetal ECHO for?
To examine the fetal heart’s chambers, valves, and blood flow in detail.

When is it done?
Between 18 and 24 weeks, or earlier in specific high-risk cases.

Why is it important?
Allows early diagnosis of congenital heart defects, which can be life-saving.

What is a Neurosonogram for?
To evaluate fetal brain structures and central nervous system development.

When is it done?
Typically between 20 and 24 weeks.

Why is it important?
Crucial for detecting ventriculomegaly, brain malformations, or complications like hemorrhage.

What is it for?
To monitor fetal weight, fluid levels, and blood flow in the placenta and umbilical cord.

When is it done?
Usually from 28 weeks onwards.

Why is it important?
Some congenital anomalies can evolve during the last trimester. This scan helps confirm the absence of abnormalities and plan timely delivery in a tertiary care center when needed.

It also helps detect growth restrictions or placental insufficiency before symptoms appear. These scans guide us in determining fetal well-being and the optimum time for delivery.