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One can expect to see the fetus’s face, arms, legs, spine, possibly also the sex at the scan between 24-35 weeks. Out of experience with our latest ultrasound machine, it is possible to produce a realistic image of the fetus in 4D as early as 11 weeks of pregnancy.

From 18-22 weeks of pregnancy, it is possible to see the entire fetus move on the screen as well as a close-up of the face. However, a scan after 22 weeks of pregnancy it is difficult to see the entire fetus on the screen. But on the other hand, it is possible to get a good image of the face. If one is lucky, one is also able to the fetus making different facial expressions, opening its mouth, sticking its tongue out and so much more.

After 35 weeks of pregnancy, it is difficult to see the face properly, as the head of the fetus is usually deep down in the pelvis area. It can be difficult to get the ultrasound to hit the face and nose area of the fetus. It requires a very good ultrasound machine and experiences with 3/4D scan to make a nice picture. In addition, the fetus must be in a certain position to get some good images. The best way is if the fetus is pointing its nose upwards and that there is a lot of amniotic fluid in front of the face.

If the fetus is not in the desired position, it is not possible to perform an optimal scan. In that case, we offer a free scan which has a duration of 15 min. later the same day or another day (the last mentioned is only for our big 3D/4D/HD live scan).