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Frequently Asked QuestionsQ1. What is 4D ultrasound? Q2. Where can I get a 4D ultrasound scan? Q3. Are there risks involved in 4D ultrasound? Q4. How long will the appointment take? Q5. What should I bring with me? Q6. At what stage can I have a 4D scan during my pregnancy? Q7. Can I bring the family with me for the scan? Q8. Do I still need to attend for my hospital scans? Q9. What happens to any ultrasound report? Q10. What if an unexpected abnormality is found? Q11. How long do I wait before I get my Images? If your question doesn't appear here, why not call one of our friendly advisers on 0870 458 9197 Q1. What is 4D ultrasound? A. This is the latest ultrasound technology adding time, the fourth dimension, to a 3D image, which results in a moving 3D image of your unborn child. Back To Questions Q2. Where can I get a 4D ultrasound scan? A. We offer clinics across the UK. Find out where is nearest to you at clinic locations. Please note we will be opening clinics in some new locations in 2006 which will be announced very soon! Back To Questions Q3. Are there risks involved in 4D ultrasound? A. None at all.. Ultrasound examinations use sound waves in the production of images and there is no evidence suggesting that Ultrasound presents any risk to the mother and/or baby. Back To Questions Q4. How long will the appointment take? A. You should allow about 45 minutes for the complete examination. Back To Questions Q5. What should I bring with me? A. Bring your hospital and maternity records. Back To Questions Q6. At what stage can I have a 4D scan during my pregnancy? A. Our scans are suitable during several stages of pregnancy, please check our scans for more details Back To Questions Q7. Can I bring the family with me for the scan? A. Yes. There is parking and we are able to accommodate 3 other people within the ultrasound scanning room as the procedure is taking place. Back To Questions Q8. Do I still need to attend for my hospital scans? A. Yes. 4D scanning is not part of your "normal" antenatal care. Hence the 4D scan should not replace any hospital appointments. Back To Questions Q9. What happens to any ultrasound report? A. If requested by you, a copy of the report will be formally typed and sent to your GP or Maternity unit. Back To Questions Q10. What if an unexpected abnormality is found? A. Any abnormality that is found will be explained as fully as possible to you. If you request so, we will liaise with your GP or maternity unit to pass on this information. Back To Questions Q11. How long do I wait before I get my Images? A. Images will be sent to you within two working days, including a pack containing varied size photographs and a CD/DVD which contains 4D moving images from the examination Back To Questions Not sure? Why not speak to one of our specialists to find out more about us before you book |