Life Medical Imaging: Care Pathways for Prenatal Screening and Beyond

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Life Women’s Imaging is an independent medical imaging provider for women using the latest technology. Our clinics are at the forefront of obstetric scanning, providing an extremely responsive service to the requirements of patients.

Our dedicated Sonographers are highly trained and committed to providing their patients with personalised service excellence in a professional and friendly environment.


The following are care pathways for prenatal screening and beyond:

+ 7 - 10 Weeks

Dating/Viability Ultrasound
Confirm viability and visualise heartbeat*
Confirm single or multiple pregnancy
Exclude ectopic or anembryonic pregnancy
Determine expected due date (EDD)
*Recommended 7+ weeks of pregnancy otherwise may be too early to acquire this information.

+ 12-14 Weeks

Anatomy Ultrasound
Performed in conjunction with NIPT to rule out structural abnormalities. Ultrasound is used to assess early fetal and placental development including brain, face, heart, abdomen, spine, limbs, cord origin and insertion. Maternal structures such as cervix and ovaries are also examined. Recommended at 13 weeks of pregnancy. Results take 3-5 business days.

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+ 12-14 Weeks

Nuchal Translucency Ultrasound (NTUS)
First trimester screening test, performed as an alternative to NIPT. NTUS combines ultrasound assessment of nuchal translucency (fluid at the back of baby's neck), maternal risk factors and a blood specimen (free - hCG, PAPP-A and AFP) to determine the overall risk for common chromosomal abnormalities. NTUS has a detection rate of 90-95% and must be performed between 11w6d and 13w6d of pregnancy.
Pathology form can be obtained from your doctor or imaging provider.
Results take 5 business days.

+ 20 Weeks

Morphology Ultrasound
Recommended at 20 weeks, a detailed assessment of fetal anatomy is performed. This scan includes facial features such as profile, nose, lips, orbits and lens, head/brain, heart, stomach, lungs, abdomen, kidneys, bladder, spine, arms, legs, hands, feet and genitals. Cervical length, placental location and distance from cervix are also documented at this scan.

+ 24 + Weeks

Growth & Well-being Ultrasound
Your doctor or midwife may recommend a third trimester ultrasound if clinically indicated. This scan is to assess fetal size and well-being, review fetal anatomy, assess the amount of amniotic fluid surrounding baby and monitor the blood flow through the umbilical cord. The position of baby will be documented, and the placenta and cervical length will be reviewed in preparation for birth.

+ 28 Weeks

3D/4D Ultrasound
3D ultrasound is used to demonstrate the fetal face with greater clarity than 2D pictures. The addition of motion (4D) can demonstrate fetal behaviours such as yawning, smiling and limb movements. This can be a profound bonding experience for parents. The optimal timing for 3D/4D imaging is 24-28 weeks' gestation when the baby has more subcutaneous fat and the amniotic fluid volume is optimal. It is difficult to obtain 3D images late in the third trimester. This is a non-diagnostic assessment.

To find out more about Pregnancy Scans at Life Medical Imaging, please see https://lifeimaging.com.au/womens/pregnancy-scans

Bateau Bay
Life Medical Imaging
P4/12 Bay Village Rd
Bateau Bay NSW 2261
Phone: 02 4326 7000
Fax: 02 4326 7077
[email protected]

Killarney Vale
Life Medical Imaging
3-5 Farrar Rd
Killarney NSW 2261
Phone: 02 4326 7000
Fax: 02 4326 7077
[email protected]

Umina Beach
Life Medical Imaging
310 West St
Umina Beach NSW 2257
Phone: 02 4326 7000
Fax: 02 4326 7077
[email protected]

Erina
Life Medical Imaging
Shop 1A, 148-158 The Entrance Road,
Erina NSW 2250
Phone: 02 4326 7000
Fax: 02 4326 7077
[email protected]

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