What are the different types of scans?

A​​​n ultrasound scan is an assessment tool commonly used by doctors during your pregnancy. It is a safe and useful way of obtaining images of your baby and his/her surrounding environment to provide useful information on his/her health. You will need to go through various scans during your pregnancy which include - Dating scan (Week 6-12) Nuchal Translucency Scan (Week 11–14) Screening Scan (Week 18–22) Growth Scan (32–36 weeks) Doppler Scan - not routinely done (only if the fetus is not growing well, in patients with medical conditions such as preeclampsia and also multiple pregnancies)