2nd Trimester Scan
Morphology Scan 18.5-20 weeks
It is recommended that all pregnant women have an ultrasound of their fetus and pelvis at 18.5-20 weeks gestation; with the optimal time for most women being 19 weeks.
The principal aims of this ultrasound examination are:
- The confirm the fetus is alive
- Measure the fetal size
- To detect multiple pregnancies
- To assess the placental position
- The assess the amniotic fluid volume
- To review the basic structures of the fetus
- To assess the maternal pelvic structures
Can I find out the gender of my baby?
An ultrasound is not 100% accurate in determining the fetal sex. If you wish to know the gender of your fetus at this ultrasound examination, please let us know (also if you do not wish to know) and we will endeavour to determine this for you during the scan.
