Pregnancy ultrasound: what you need to know
This information sheet on pregnancy ultrasounds explains the important difference between diagnostic and non-diagnostic ultrasounds.
It describes the different types of diagnostic ultrasound that can be used to check the development, growth and wellbeing of unborn babies.
A diagnostic ultrasound can only be done by a sonographer or clinician qualified in ultrasound. If booking a scan, ask if the imaging provider is accredited to the Diagnostic Imaging Accreditation Scheme (DIAS) Standards to ensure staff are qualified.
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Pregnancy ultrasound: what you need to know
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- Women’s health
- Publication Year:
- 2026
- Resource Type:
- Fact sheet
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