14 Weeks of Pregnancy to Full Term
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What is the Welfare + Cervical Scan?
Why is measuring the cervix important?
How is the cervix measured?
Is a Cervical Scan the best way to check for Premature Labour?
What else is checked during a Welfare + Cervical Scan?
What is my next scan after the Welfare + Cervical Scan?
How do I book a Welfare + Cervical Scan?
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What is the Welfare + Cervical Scan?
This is simply a Welfare Scan with the addition of the measurement of your cervix.
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Why is measuring the cervix important?
It's important to measure the cervix (neck of the womb) during pregnancy because it is often shorter in women who are more likely to go into premature labour and therefore give birth early.
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How is the cervix measured?
The length of your cervix is measured by an internal ultrasound examination for optimum accuracy and clarity of image (trans-vaginally).
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Is a Cervical Scan the best way to check for Premature Labour?
No. We also offer a more comprehensive screening for premature labour called the Premature Birth Screening.
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What else is checked during a Welfare + Cervical Scan?
We perform a comprehensive check on the growth, health and well being of your baby.
Details of the check on your baby can be found on our Welfare Scan page.
This component of the appointment is performed conventionally through your tummy (trans-abdominally).
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What is my next scan after the Welfare + Cervical Scan?
If you are having private maternity care you may expect to have more Welfare Scans in your pregnancy, often every 4 weeks.
If you are having twins you may have Welfare scans performed more frequently, sometimes every week.
You may also consider having a 4D Baby Scan from 24 weeks (from 20 weeks for twins).
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How do I book a Welfare + Cervical Scan?
For bookings information and prices please see our Prices page.
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