Wellbeing Scan – Obestrician London

Wellbeing scans at Grosvenor Gardens Healthcare, London

Learn about our Wellbeing scans at Grosvenor Gardens Healthcare, located in the boroughs of Belgravia and Dulwich, London. We cover areas such as Victoria, Chelsea, Kensington, Mayfair, Belgravia, Pimlico, Knightsbridge, Sloane Square and Harley Street, our clinic is dedicated to the developmental health of your baby.

Wellbeing scan

When can I have the Wellbeing scan?

The Wellbeing scan or Growth Scan performed after 24-26 weeks of pregnancy up to term.

Why should I have a wellbeing scan?

We believe that all women should have this scan to see if the baby is growing at a normal rate with no complications.

What does the wellbeing scan check for?

This scan aims to determine the growth and health of the fetus by:

• Measurement of the size of the fetal head (HC), abdomen (AC) and femur (FL).
• The HC, AC, and FL measurements are then used to calculate an estimate of the baby’s fetal weight (EFW). This is best predicted from 28 weeks onwards.
• Examination of the movements of the fetus
• Evaluation of the placental position and appearance
• Measurement of the amount of amniotic fluid
• Assessment of placenta position and blood flow to the placenta and fetus by colour Doppler ultrasound 

What is the next step I should have after the wellbeing scan?

Further Wellbeing scans can be performed anytime for reassurance or if concerns remain. When serial Wellbeing scans are recommended then these should be performed at the time intervals recommended by Dr Tezcan. Usually, this time interval is 2-4 weeks.