PROFESSIONAL ULTRASOUND SPECIALIST

 

             FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

BABY OBSTETRIC SCAN (report verified by O&G doctor specialist)

  • What is the difference between 2d 3d 4d hd 5d 6d scan?

    2D SCAN

    > 2D ultrasound provide two-dimensional black and white images of your baby where you can perform your scan at your clinic or hospital to know the basic growth of your baby. There are three different types of 2D scan which are 2D growth scan, 2D full detail scan, and 2D partial detail scan.

     

    3D 4D scan

    > 3D scans will be the static picture while the 4D scans will be the live video. Whereby you can get 2 format images in jpeg format and video in format will be included inside your cd.

     

    HD scan / 5D scan

    > HD scan will be about the same as 3D4D, it is not 5D scan due to no extra dimension can be found. HD means high definition whereby the texture of the HD scan is more clear and similar to your baby skin. Hence, the images of your baby will look more real. There are so many clinics outside name HD scan as 5D scan, to avoid, HD/5D scan will be categorized as same.

     

    6D scan (previously known as 5d cine)

    > it is in HD/5D scan baby video plus you will be wearing a SPEC and watch thru the TV. You will experience the extra 1D dimension.

     

     

     GALLERY VIEW ( example  picture for 2D 3D 4D 5D 6D scan)

     

     

     

  • What is the difference between 2d growth scan, 2d full detail scan, and 2d partial detail scan?

    (a) 2D growth (4-40week)

    - to know basic growth scan of your baby which includes checking your baby growth, placenta location, amniotic fluid level, baby weight, fetal heartbeat, estimated due date, baby lying position and gender for 20 weeks above. However, this package does not include checking baby anomaly.

     

    (b) 2D FULL detail scan (20-25week)

    - to know baby physical anomaly scan which includes:

    * basic 2D growth scan

    * finger and toe counting

    * spine in sagittal, coronal and transverse view

    * all the limbs bone such as humerus, radius, ulna, femur, tibia, and fibula

    *abdomen internal organs such as kidneys, stomach, intestine, bladder, lungs, diaphragm, umbilical cord insertion, gallbladder and etc.

    * brain structure such as the cerebellum, cisterna magna, nuchal fold, thalamus, choroid plexus. Lateral ventricle, cavum septum pellucidum and etc.

    * facial structure such as orbits, nasal bone, lens, nose, lips, chin, profile view and etc.

    * heart structure such as 4 chamber hearts, valve, LVOT/RVOT, 3 vessel view, aorta arch, ductal arch and etc.

    The accuracy of the physical anomaly full detail scan can detect around 80-90% physical anomaly of your baby.

     

    (c) 2D PARTIAL detail scan (26-30week)

    - to know baby physical anomaly scan also but that might be certain organs or structure could not be detected or measured. This is due to the fetus is bigger and pack in the womb, we hardly do finger counting, brain structure would not accurate anymore. However, facial structure, abdomen organ, heart structure, spine and limbs bone will be check for the partial detail scan. At the same time, we will include all the 2d growth scan parameter. The accuracy of the physical anomaly partial detail scan can detect around 60% physical anomaly of your baby.

     

     

    GALLERY VIEW (example of 2D detail scan picture)

     

     

  • If I had done a scan at your center, would I have still needed to follow up at my current checkup with my doctor?

    We offer elective prenatal ultrasound non-medical ultrasound which to connect positive bonding between unborn babies with the family member. This elective ultrasound could not replace the usual checkup prenatal care from your qualified doctor including medical testing and diagnostic ultrasound ordered by your physician.

  • Can I invite my family & friend to my appointment?

    Yes. We welcome and encourage our customer to bring their family member and enjoy the memorable ultrasound session together. You can invite your family and friend limit to around 4-8 people in the ultrasound room.

  • How soon you can determine the gender of the fetus?

    We can provide the indication can begin as early as 15 weeks. However, we can only provide 70% accuracy of your fetus gender. Once your baby turns 20 weeks above we can determine the fetus gender accuracy as high as 99.99%. We provide guarantees service where we provide FREE SCAN if we could not determine the baby gender at 20 weeks, and we fully provide REFUND if we determine the wrong gender.

     

    FREE & REFUND POLICY (20 week above)

  • Do I need to bring anything with me?

    You need to remember your due date. (EDD if can brings your checkup pink book along for our references if needed)

  • How much picture and video will I get for the package?

    Actually, depending on your baby cooperation. If your baby moves a lot during the scanning session, you might get around 40-50 picture with video averagely, however, if your baby is sleeping for the whole session, you might get around 20-30 picture and video together.

  • How long does the 3d4d5d6d scan or full/partial detail scan take?

    All the scanning session will depend on baby cooperation. One session of 3D4D5D6D scan or full/partial detail scan will take about 20-30 minutes. If you take 3D4D5D6D scan with full/partial detail scan it will take about 40-60 minutes. However, if your baby is very cooperative, the scanning time will be shorter, if your baby refuses to show if might increases your scanning time.

  • Are there any risks to either my baby or me?

    For standard diagnostic ultrasound, there are no known harmful effects on mothers and baby. The conventional 2D scan is widely used worldwide. 3D4D5D6D scan ultrasound is using the similar technology and intensity of the ultrasound. Hence, it is fully safe for the baby by handling with care by our sonographer.

  • Is an appointment required?

    Yes. You need to make an online booking via our link. You need to select the date, time and location for your appointment which notifies our sonographer about your appointment. However, you have made your appointment; our appointment still follows FIRST COME FIRST SERVE basis, due to us limit the number of the customer that comes during that hour.

     

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  • How many scan and which package is recommended during the whole pregnancy?

    1st SCAN (4 weeks - 8 weeks)

    - pregnancy scan: decide the fetus is intrauterine pregnancy and not ectopic.

     

    2nd SCAN (8 weeks - 13 weeks)

    - dating scan: this is the week of the fetus where the EDD is the most accurate.

     

    3rd SCAN (11 weeks - 14 weeks)

    - NT scan: the nuchal scan is prenatal screening where it may give an indication of the chromosome.

     

    4th SCAN (15 weeks - 20 weeks)

    - 2D growth: to check the well being of your fetus, amniotic fluid level, placenta position.

     

    5th SCAN (20 weeks - 24 weeks)

    - 2D full detail scan to check the 90% baby physical anomalies such as cleft lips, brain, fingers/toe, abdomen, etc.

     

    6th SCAN(25 weeks  - 34 weeks)

    - 3D4D5D6D scan: to see your baby face and movement in LIVE! We will save the picture & video for you to keep as a memory.

     

    7th SCAN (35 weeks - 38 weeks)

    - presentation scan: to know your baby presentation where the head is down or not, the placenta is not low, amniotic fluid level and fetus.

     

  • Who will be performing the 4D5D6D ultrasound scan?

    Our well trained and certified sonographer will perform the 4D5D6D ultrasound scan.

  • Will I always get a beautiful picture of my baby that show in your gallery or search?

    Usually, but not always. There is a 90-95% success rate. However, we provide guarantee service where we provide a FREE SCAN if we fail to see babyface at all. 50% of the baby able to get a very beautiful picture if there is no placenta or cord above the face. 40% of the babyface will partly have to block such as placenta, cord, baby hands or leg.

  • If I wish to get a doctor specialist (MFM) maternal medicine doctor to perform my scan, which should I contact? And how much is the package?

    You need to WhatsApp this number 0176202933 to make the appointment with our MFM doctor specialist. The charges for detail scan by MFM doctor specialist will be RM 300 including consultation and verified the report.

  • Will I get the detail scan report?

    For the detail scan performs by our sonographer, a simple thermal report will be given. If you wish to have a verified report, you need to schedule an appointment detail scan with our MFM dr specialist. Whatapps to 0176202933 for more detail.

  • Do I need a full bladder?

    For the first trimester, we required you to keep your bladder full for a better view of ultrasound which is around < 13 weeks. However, we required you to empty your bladder once your fetus is turned to 14 weeks above.

  • Can I use the result report for insurance purpose example pregnancy plan?

    Yes. We can arrange our O&G doctor specialist to complete the form for you. Please bring your insurance form, pink book, and other scan results. Bear in mind; we might need 1 week to return your form and pink book. For urgent case, 0176202933 for more detail.

GENERAL HEALTH SCREENING SCAN (report verified by RADIOLOGIST)
  • I received a referral letter from the hospital, do your center accept?

    Yes. We will perform the scan according to the indication part of your doctor. Please refer to the ultrasound list and our package whereby the scan is able to perform by our  sonographer. Out of the list of ultrasound, please whatapps to 0164383366 to confirm whether that particular scan can be performing by our sonographer.

     

  • Do I need a full bladder?

    If you have chosen lower abdomen/pelvis, full bladder required. Drink more water at least 500ml 1 hour before the scan.

  • Do I need to fasting?

    If you have chosen, the abdomen, fasting required at least 6-8 hour prior scan.

  • Can I invite my family & friend to my appointment?

    Yes. You can invite your family and friend limit to around 4-8 people in the ultrasound room.

  • Who will be performing the general health screening scan?

    Our well trained and certified sonographer will perform health screening for the customer. After the scan performs, the ultrasound scan pictures will be review and ultrasound scan report will by our RADIOLOGIST.

  • Are there any risks from the ultrasound scan?

    For standard diagnostic ultrasound, there are no known harmful effects on humans body. It is widely used worldwide.

  • When Will I get the report with RADIOLOGIST signature?

    All report verified with our radiologist, you will get the CD and result will be sent thru email within 2-3 workings day. All result is by softcopy which thru email if you wish to get a hard copy, surcharge RM 20 for hardcopy and collect at our main center at. For an urgent result, please inform our sonographer during the scan and surcharge RM 20 for an instant result which will be emailed < 1 day.

  • How long does the general health screening scan take?

    The scan may take between 10 to 45 minutes depending on the package chosen. During the scan, you may be asked to change position to allow the area to be examined from different angles.

  • What will I get for the package?

    After the scanning session, you will only get the CD and verbal report from our sonographer. After 2-3 working days, you may only receive the complete ultrasound report thru email.

  • Is an appointment required?

    Yes. You need to make an online booking via our link. You need to select the date, time and location for your appointment which notifies our sonographer about your appointment. However, you have made your appointment; our appointment still follows FIRST COME FIRST SERVE basis, due to us limit the number of the customer that comes during that hour.

  • How many times the does ultrasound scan needed for a general health screening?

    We recommend yearly scanning for a normal result for a routine checkup. If you have or abnormal case, we will suggest 1-2 months for the 2nd scan and monitor the abnormal part within 6 month times.

  • Can the result report use for insurance purpose?

     

    Yes. All result can be used for insurance purpose due to our report is review and reified by our radiologist.

 

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