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What is 3D 4D
Ultrasound?
4D ultrasound is a 3-Dimensional imaged viewed in motion over time. (Time is
the fourth dimension in this case). Some ultrasound equipment manufacturers
use the term 4D ultrasound as a marketing term. 4D ultrasound is the same as
our 3D 4D Live.
What
is the optimal time for a 3D 4D Ultrasound?
We perform 3D 4D ultrasounds anytime from 12 weeks. The earlier you come, the
more of the baby you will see at one time, and the greater the baby's
activity level. However, later in the pregnancy, the baby starts putting on
fat and the facial features are best viewed at this time. If you plan on
having only one 3D 4D ultrasound, we recommend coming at 26 weeks and up. For
fuller-figured moms, 30 weeks and up may produce better results.
Do
I need to contact my physician?
No.
Does
insurance cover this ultrasound procedure?
Insurance will not cover your visit to Baby Waves.
Will
you be able to determine if my baby is a boy or girl?
Yes! This is a specialty our sonographer has
developed with many years of experience. However, we will only tell you the
gender if you want to know. Because we want to tell you 100% what you are
having, we will determine gender at 19 weeks. For fuller-figured
mommies at 20 weeks. However, we do make exceptions for early gender
determination.� If you come earlier
than recommended, and we are unable to determine gender, you are allowed one
free return visit.� If for some reason
due to the clarity of your imaging, or the position of your baby, we cannot
determine gender, you can come back another day, no extra charge.
Are the images as clear as
the ones we have seen on the commercials?
Not every scan will be as clear. We use state-of-the-art technology, and our
highly-trained sonographer will work to get the
clearest images possible. There are many factors outside of our control,
however. Some of the factors that impact the clarity of the image are:
1) The position of the baby. Sometimes the baby hides his face behind his
hands or feet, or is snuggled up to the placenta. We do our best to encourage
the baby to look at us, but sometimes a full face view is not possible.
2) Maternal tissue. Sound waves are
absorbed by tissue. Therefore excessive tissue can result in fuzzier images.
For fuller-figured moms, we recommend coming at 30 weeks and up to get the
best images possible.
3) Amniotic fluid. The fluid helps to
transmit the sound waves. We recommend keeping yourself well hydrated during
your pregnancy. This promotes good health and may positively affect the
quality of your images.
From time to time it is impossible to get clear 3D 4D images based on these
factors. If our sonographer, feels that a return trip at a later date would yield
better images, she may recommend that you come back for a second visit.
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