What is anomaly scan result?

An anomaly scan, also known as a mid-pregnancy scan, takes a close look at your baby and your womb (uterus). The person carrying out the scan (sonographer) will check that your baby is developing normally, and look at where the placenta is lying (NICE 2021, PHE 2021a).

What findings can be found in anomaly scan?

Components

  • Fetal number, including number of amnionic sacs and chorionic sacs for multiple gestations.
  • Fetal cardiac activity.
  • Fetal position relative to the uterus and cervix.
  • Location and appearance of the placenta, including site of umbilical cord insertion.
  • Amnionic fluid volume.
  • Gestational age assessment.

How do you read gender in anomaly scan?

We can tell the sex of the baby at the 12 week scan by assessing the direction of the nub. This is something that can be identified on babies at this stage and if it points vertically then it is likely to be a boy. If it points horizontally then it is likely to be a girl.

What is USG OBS report?

Obstetric ultrasound, also known as prenatal or pregnancy ultrasound, uses high-frequency sound waves to produce images of a developing embryo or fetus. The procedure also monitors the health of the mother’s uterus, ovaries, and the blood flow through the umbilical cord to the placenta.

Can anomaly scan detect birth defects?

Reasons to have this scan Detect birth defects, such as a spina bifida or heart problems. If you are concerned about the chances of chromosome issues, this scan can search for subtle markers that may suggest a higher risk that your baby may have a syndrome.

What if anomaly scan is not normal?

If everything appears normal, you will probably not need another scan. If the sonographer does not see everything clearly, perhaps because you are overweight or your baby is lying in an awkward position, you may have to have the scan repeated again on a different day.

How do you read an USG report?

To read an ultrasound picture, look for white spots on the image to see solid tissues, like bones, and dark spots on the image to see fluid-filled tissues, like the amniotic fluid in the uterus.