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Obstetrics Imaging
Ultrasound imaging (scan) is a non-invasive way to monitor the health and growth of your baby, using a smooth hand-held transducer.
During your pregnancy, two of the most common scans you will be referred for are the Nuchal Translucency (NT) Scan and a Morphology Scan.
What is Nuchal Translucency?
An NT scan is a screening test to establish if your pregnancy has a high risk of Down Syndrome or other chromosomal conditions. It involves a blood test and an ultrasound. Ideally, you arrange for your blood test to be carried out first, from about 9 weeks. You can then book your NT ultrasound scan between 12 weeks and 13 weeks and 6 days.
Nuchal Translucency is the fluid found at the back of your baby’s head and neck, just beneath the skin. The thickness of this fluid can be precisely measured. Data gathered from the scan measurement, blood test results and personal information are used to calculate either a low risk or high risk outcome.
It is a screening ultrasound. It is a non-invasive way of providing information about your baby’s risk of certain chromosonal abnormalities (trisomy 13, 18 and 21).
What is a morphology scan?
About Your Test
Before your appointment
You will need a referral from your doctor to make an appointment.
Upon receiving your referral, our Bookings Team will be able to help assist you in finding a time that works for you to have your test done.
On the day
After your appointment
After your scan you can go about your day as normal.
Your images will be looked over by our Radiologists and a secure report and copy of the images will be provided to your referring practitioner. We will also provide you with a printed copy to take with you to your next appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Please bring in any prior scans you may have for this pregnancy. Please note that all accompanying children must be supervised by an adult and due to the medical nature of this examination, the Sonographer may need time with just the patient to complete the scan.
Early pregnancy
- Please empty your bladder 90 minutes prior to your scan
- Drink 1 litre of water-based fluid in the first 30 minutes so you arrive with a full bladder
- If you are feeling uncomfortable, you may partially empty the bladder trying to retain as much urine as possible
- If your bladder is not sufficiently full, this may delay the scan or result in rescheduling the appointment
First Trimester Screening – Nuchal Translucency Scan (12w 4d – 13w 6d)
- Please empty your bladder 90 minutes prior to your scan
- Drink 1 litre of water-based fluid in the first 30 minutes so you arrive with a full bladder
- If you are feeling uncomfortable, you may partially empty the bladder trying to retain as much urine as possible
- If your bladder is not sufficiently full, this may delay the scan or result in rescheduling the appointment
- Please ensure that all blood tests are performed 7 days prior to the appointment so results are not delayed
12-16 Week Scan
- Please empty your bladder 90 minutes prior to your scan
- Drink 1 litre of water-based fluid in the first 30 minutes so you arrive with a full bladder
- If you are feeling uncomfortable, you may partially empty the bladder trying to retain as much urine as possible
- If your bladder is not sufficiently full, this may delay the scan or result in rescheduling the appointment
18-20 Week Morphology Scan
- Please empty your bladder 90 minutes prior to your scan
- Drink 1 litre of water-based fluid in the first 30 minutes so you arrive with a full bladder
- If you are feeling uncomfortable, you may partially empty the bladder trying to retain as much urine as possible
- If your bladder is not sufficiently full, this may delay the scan or result in rescheduling the appointment
24-40 Week Scan
- Please empty your bladder 60 minutes prior to your scan
- Drink 500-750 ml of water-based fluid in the first 30 minutes so you arrive with a full bladder
- If you are feeling uncomfortable, you may partially empty the bladder trying to retain as much urine as possible
- If your bladder is not sufficiently full, this may delay the scan or result in rescheduling the appointment
Your images and report are provided through a secure online system to your doctor or healthcare provider. We will also provide you with a printed copy to bring to your next appointment.
Our friendly reception staff will advise you on the cost of your procedure at the time of your booking. If your exam is Medicare eligible, you will be bulk billed.
