Physicians at the University of Maryland Medical Center are using a new ultrasound technique to detect increased risk of genetic abnormalities like Down syndrome and heart disorders in unborn babies.

The usefulness of fetal 'nuchal thickness' as a technique for attempting to diagnose Down's syndrome in obstetric ultrasound is overstated and reliance on this surrogate marker may result in the 'loss ...

If you’re pregnant, your doctor might have mentioned an NT scan or first-trimester screening. An NT scan is a simple test that shows your baby’s risk for some genetic conditions. What Is an NT Scan ...

Purpose: To assess nuchal translucency measurements that were performed as part of routine prenatal screening for Down syndrome. Methods: Collect ultrasound measurements of nuchal translucency and ...

Ultrasounds help track your baby's growth and spot any issues early. Most people have a few key ultrasounds, but certain conditions may require more. Safety is a top priority, so ultrasounds are only ...

Whitsunday Ultrasound can help put your worries to rest with their nuchal translucency scan service. An ultrasound combined with a blood test, the scan assesses a pregnant woman's risk of having a ...

An ultrasound isn’t just a photo shoot but an essential diagnostic tool. Credit... Supported by By Anna Nowogrodzki This guide was originally published on May 15, 2019 in NYT Parenting. Early ...