What Is Antenatal Ultrasound?
Antenatal ultrasound is a vital part of prenatal care, providing essential information about the health and development of the fetus during pregnancy.
Antenatal ultrasound — also known as prenatal ultrasound — uses safe, high-frequency sound waves to create detailed images of your baby throughout pregnancy. It's one of the most important tools in modern maternal care, offering a non-invasive window into your baby's growth, wellbeing, and development. Antenatal (or prenatal) ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves to create images of the fetus inside the womb. It is a non-invasive, safe, and widely used diagnostic tool during pregnancy.
Purpose: The main goal is to monitor the fetus’s development, assess its health, and identify any potential issues that might require further investigation or intervention.
At Promise Fetal Medicine and Pregnancy Scan Centre in Jalandhar every scan is performed by trained fetal medicine specialists using internationally certified imaging equipment — because the moments that matter most deserve the highest standard of care.
Your Journey, Scan by Scan
Pregnancy unfolds in stages, and so does our care. Here's what to expect along the way:
Dating Scan (6–9 weeks)
Confirms your pregnancy, establishes an accurate due date, and checks for multiples.
Nuchal Translucency (NT) Scan (11–14 weeks)
An early assessment of chromosomal risk, combined where needed with blood screening for a fuller picture.
Anatomy Scan (18–22 weeks)
A comprehensive evaluation of your baby's brain, heart, spine, limbs, and organs, along with placental position and amniotic fluid levels.
Growth & Wellbeing Scans (28–40 weeks)
Third-trimester monitoring of fetal growth, positioning, and placental health, with added attention for higher-risk pregnancies.
Doppler Studies (as needed)
Blood-flow assessment of the umbilical cord and fetal circulation — especially valuable when growth or wellbeing needs closer monitoring.
Why Antenatal Ultrasound Matters
• Tracks your baby's growth against expected milestones at every stage
• Screens for structural or chromosomal concerns early enough to guide next steps
• Confirms fetal position ahead of delivery planning
• Monitors placental health, ensuring your baby is well nourished and oxygenated
• Guides further procedures such as amniocentesis or CVS with precision and safety
Safety You Can Trust
Antenatal ultrasound uses no ionizing radiation and has been extensively studied with no evidence of harm to mother or baby. The number and timing of scans is tailored to your individual pregnancy — always guided by clinical need, never by routine alone.
Ultrasound is a powerful diagnostic tool, but no scan is entirely without limitation. Your specialist will discuss what each scan can — and cannot — tell you, and recommend further testing where appropriate.
Care Led by Specialists
Every scan at Promise Fetal Medicine and Pregnancy Scan Centre in Jalandhar is performed and interpreted by fetal medicine consultants — not general technicians. That distinction matters: it means subtle findings are recognized early, second opinions happen in real time, and your questions are answered by someone qualified to answer them.
What to Expect at Your Appointment
1. Check-in & History Review — A brief conversation about your pregnancy and any concerns
2. Your Scan — Performed in a private, comfortable suite by an experienced sonographer
3. Specialist Review — Findings reviewed in real time by a fetal medicine consultant
4. Your Results, Explained — A clear walkthrough of what we found, in plain language, with next steps if needed
Frequently Asked Questions
How many antenatal scans will I need?
Most pregnancies involve three to five scans, though this varies based on your individual risk profile and how your pregnancy progresses.
Is antenatal ultrasound safe?
Yes. It's one of the most extensively studied and safest procedures in modern medicine, with no known risk to you or your baby.
Can I bring my partner or family?
Absolutely — we welcome loved ones into the scan room wherever space and clinical circumstances allow.
What if a scan finds something unexpected?
Our specialists will walk you through the finding immediately, explain what it means, and outline any recommended next steps — with compassion and complete transparency.
Book Your Antenatal Scan
Every pregnancy deserves expert eyes and a steady hand. Schedule your antenatal ultrasound with [Brand Name] and take the next confident step in your journey to parenthood.