A 4D scan is a type of ultrasound scan that's used to observe a baby in the womb during the mid-to-late stages of pregnancy (typically between 24 and 32 weeks gestation).
This type of scan allows you to bond with your baby and get a detailed look at them months before the birth!
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If you want to have an early ultrasound scan, we recommend scheduling it no earlier than 7 weeks into your pregnancy.
Early pregnancy can be both exciting and nerve-wracking, and the wait for that first NHS scan (typically offered at 11 to 14 weeks) can seem like an eternity when you’re eager for more information about your little one.
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If you are pregnant in the UK, you have two options for your ultrasound scans: the National Health Service (NHS) or a private scan clinic.
Pregnant women are typically offered two scans on the NHS: one at 12 weeks, and another at 20 weeks. On top of this, however, many mums-to-be choose to have additional scans at a private ultrasound clinic like ours. So what do private scans offer that NHS scans don't?
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Whether you've booked an elective scan with First Encounters Ultrasound or you're preparing to attend one of the routine pregnancy scans offered on the NHS, it's always a good idea to be prepared.
Before you leave the house, follow these steps to get the most out of your ultrasound appointment...
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Non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT), also known as cell-free DNA (cfDNA) screening, is a targeted antenatal screening test that looks for chromosomal abnormalities. These can determine whether the baby is likely to be affected by conditions like Down's syndrome, Edwards' syndrome or Patau's syndrome.
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If you live in Swansea and you're looking to book a private ultrasound, we'd love to welcome you to First Encounters Ultrasound.
Our ultrasound clinic is conveniently located just off the M4 motorway. If you're coming by car, we're less than an hour's drive from Swansea city centre. More...
