You are pregnant and you are excited to see your baby. Are you aware that you can see the facial features of your unborn child through 3D/4D scanning? This latest ultrasound technology is in Singapore now. If you want to avail it, you should go to your Obstetrician-Gynaecologist and inquire about it.
Ultrasound is a test or a diagnostic technique that utilizes high-frequency sound waves to create images of the structures or organs of the body. Ultrasound can be used for different purposes including the capturing of views of developing foetus. Every mother looks forward to ultrasound because they will know the gender and sometimes the facial feature and to some extent the anomaly of their unborn child.
Here is the detailed explanation of ultrasound :
The Procedure
During the procedure, sound waves are being sent through the body with the help of transducer. The sonologist will put a colourless and odourless gel to the body part (in this case the belly or tummy). The gel is important so that the transducer can move easily and freely in the surface. The generated echoes will be transmitted to a monitor. The images can be videotaped.
Is it Safe?
Mothers are worried about the safety of ultrasound. Mothers should be reminded that ultrasound does not contain any radioactive materials during the procedure. Mothers should sleep soundly knowing that ultrasound is safe for the both of them. Mothers should also know that the procedure is not painful. As a conclusion, ultrasound will not present harm to the mother or the developing foetus.
Further Reading
Have you heard about fetal sonogram? It is an imaging technique that can produce the images of baby in the mother’s uterus. Fetal ultrasound is important because it can give your health care provider in evaluating the growth of your baby and the progress of your pregnancy. Fetal sonogram is important because it is used to determine and evaluate the abnormalities or wellness of your baby.
You can avail of 3D/4D imaging if you really want it. There are many hospitals or clinics here in Singapore that you can consider. You do not need to anticipate long because this imaging technique can help you and your doctor.
When you are pregnant, aside from looking forward to your baby’s 3D/4D image results, you have to make sure that you are in good state. Your health is important because your baby gets his/her nourishment from you. It is important that you practice healthy eating and healthy lifestyle in general so when you deliver your baby, you will not suffer complications.
