3D/4D Ultrasound is an advanced imaging technique used during pregnancy to create lifelike images of the fetus. This technology adds a fourth dimension to the traditional 2D sonography, resulting in a moving, real-time image of your unborn child. By using 3D/4D Ultrasound, parents can see their baby in incredible detail, capturing movements and expressions that make the experience more personal and memorable.
The Criteria To Be Eligible For a 4D Scan
While 3D and 4D ultrasound scans are not part of routine antenatal care, they serve as valuable additional scans. These advanced scans provide more information about known abnormalities and are often used as part of an anomaly scan when necessary. They are particularly useful for examining suspected fetal anomalies, such as cleft lips or spina bifida, and can offer detailed views of the heart and other internal organs. By showing more details from different angles, 3D/4D scans help doctors plan treatment strategies after birth. Additionally, state-of-the-art ultrasound equipment reveals how the baby “behaves” in the womb, offering a glimpse of what your baby looks like before birth.
When Is The Best Time To Have The 3D/4D ultrasound Scan?
For optimal 3D and 4D scan images, schedule a visit between 24 and 28 weeks. This should be after your fetal anomaly scan at 18-22 weeks. Women expecting twins should consider having a 3D and 4D baby scan around 25 weeks. Twins have less space in the womb, making earlier imaging more effective.
Is 3D/4D Ultrasound Scanning Safe?
Extensive research has shown no evidence suggesting that ultrasound scanning poses any risk to the mother or baby. This is continuously monitored by experts worldwide. The ultrasound output levels of our 3D and 4D scanning equipment are no higher than those used in traditional 2D scanning. This includes advanced machines like the GE Voluson. There is no concrete evidence of any harmful effects from 3D/4D ultrasound. However, its use in non-medical situations is not recommended.
Why Choose the Institute of Fetal Medicine, Kolkata?
The Institute of Fetal Medicine, Kolkata, is dedicated to providing the highest quality prenatal care, including advanced 3D/4D Ultrasound services. Our expert team and state-of-the-art technology ensure that expectant parents receive the best possible insights into their baby’s development. We are committed to enhancing fetal health assessment and providing comprehensive pregnancy care in Kolkata and across India.
3D/4D Ultrasound offers a remarkable opportunity to see your baby in stunning detail and in real time. At the Institute of Fetal Medicine, Kolkata, we provide this cutting-edge service to help expectant parents connect with their unborn child. We are dedicated to supporting the best possible outcomes for fetal health. Trust us for your prenatal testing and experience the benefits of advanced fetal medicine.