3D/4D Ultrasound

BASELINE SCAN

USG FOLLICULOMETRY

Follicular study and monitoring are done to study ovarian follicles that are used to identify the ovulation of eggs. It is an important step in the process of planning a baby, as ovulation is the time that maximizes the chances of conception. Ovulation can best be understood through follicular monitoring. It is an ultrasound scan done inside the vagina to study the ovaries, uterus, and uterus lining. It is conducted at regular intervals and documents the pathway to ovulation.

The scan determines the size of any active follicles in the ovaries with an egg.

It is the best way to predict the ovulation time, which can maximize the chances of the egg meeting the sperm naturally. This scan also helps in determining the timing of egg extraction based on the number of follicles present.

This follicular study usually involves 1 – 3 scans and is recurrently carried out after various intervals of days, beginning around day 7 – 9 from your last menstrual cycle. If you are going through an IVF treatment, your doctor might recommend a suitable time to undergo the follicular study and sometimes recommend it along with hormone blood tests to check for levels of Progesterone, Oestradiol, Luteinising Hormone (LH), and Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH).

OBSTETRIC SCAN

Like regular ultrasounds, 3D and 4D ultrasounds use sound waves to create an image of your baby in your womb. What’s different is that 3D ultrasounds create a three-dimensional image of your baby, while 4D ultrasounds create a live video effect, like a movie — you can watch your baby smile or yawn.

Studies suggest that 3D and 4D ultrasounds are safe. Plus, the images can help doctors spot a problem with your baby and make it easier for them to explain it to you.