Prenatal and Reproductive Ultrasound
Our ultrasound lab is equipped with state-of-the-art, high-resolution 3-D/4-D ultrasound. Our equipment is specially programmed to provide detailed evaluation of fetal anatomy and the diagnosis of fetal anomalies. Special ultrasonic software such as TUI (tomographic ultrasound imaging), VCI (volume contrast imaging), color, power, B-Flow and pulse Doppler provide unique and exceptional venues for identification and treatment of a variety of fetal conditions. These modalities in conjunction with vaginal ultrasound are an extremely powerful means to establish early diagnosis of fetal anomalies at the end of the first trimester and management of cases complicated by recurrent pregnancy loss and incompetent cervix
Fetal Echocardiogram
We are proud of our long-term experience in evaluation of fetal cardiac anatomy and diagnosis of fetal cardiac anomalies. We have applied various recent breakthroughs in 3-D/4-D fetal cardiac imaging such as B-flow cardiac Doppler, STIC (Saptio-Temporal-Image Correlation) and TUI (topographic ultrasound imaging) to our diagnostic protocols. This has added tremendous advantage and reputation to our diagnostic abilities.
First /Second Trimester Screening
Second trimester serum markers have been the traditional mode of screening. First trimester screening (FTS) is the newest approach to screen for various fetal conditions. Use of maternal blood markers and fetal ultrasonographic measurements (NT, nuchal translucency, nasal bone and tricuspid regurgitation) have proven to be powerful tools in diagnosing a variety of fetal conditions. FTS detects more than 90% of fetuses with Down syndrome and 98% of fetuses with Trisomy 18 and around 33% of fetal cardiac anomalies. We are one of the few centers recognized by Fetal Medicine Foundation (pioneer in FTS based in London) as a certified center with proven quality.
Invasive Fetal Testing - Chorionic Villi Sampling (CVS) & Amniocentesis:
Amniocentesis and CVS are procedures performed to establish fetal diagnosis. During these procedures cells are obtained and used for fetal chromosome analysis or tests that establish fetal health or genetic heritage (paternity testing). The two procedures differ in regard to indications and timing (gestational age). Our center is among few centers that offer both options. This allows our clients to choose the most appropriate method that is compatible with their condition and access results in the earliest possible timeframe.
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