Anomaly scan & fetal echo

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I’m currently 19 weeks 3 days pregnant. My doctor has advised me to get an anomaly scan along with a fetal echocardiography. I wanted to know, what would be the ideal time to get both done? I’ve heard that a fetal echo is usually done around 20-21 weeks for a more prominent report. I am thinking of doing it tomorrow, or is it better to wait until 21 weeks for both the test? Would really appreciate your suggestions. Thank you!

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Dr. Ankita Gahlot Obstetrician 12 yrs exp Bangalore · Accepted Answer

Dr. Ankita Gahlot

Obstetrician 12 yrs exp Bangalore

The anomaly scan and fetal echo are both usually done between 19 and 22 weeks for the clearest images. You're right in that window already, so there's some room to choose either day.

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Ask your doctor whether doing both tomorrow fits their protocol, or if spacing them a few days apart is preferred; either way, a short delay rarely changes what the scans pick up.

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