Faqs

Frequently Asked Questions

Baby Scan Studio FAQ's

Is ultrasound scanning safe?

Ultrasound has been widely used in medical imaging since the 1960s. In medical circles it is recognised as an extremely useful and safe tool; There is no evidence that diagnostic ultrasound has ever produced any harm to adults, children or the human foetus and embryo. However we follow the British Medical Ultrasound Society’s guidance for the safe use of diagnostic ultrasound equipment.

Only fully qualified sonographers should conduct pregnancy scans. Here at BabyScanStudio Ashford ltd., all our clinical staff are fully qualified sonographers.

Should I bring my hospital notes with me?

Yes. We always recommend bringing your hospital notes and any recent scan reports with you to your scan appointment. This is imported if the sonographer needs to compare your last scan measurements and/or need to refer you to your local NHS provider for further checks.

What is the minimum age requirement

We only serve adults over the age of 18 years old.

Who will perform my scan?

Our scans are performed “only” by fully qualified, NHS-registered and regulated Sonographers, which follow the latest safety guidelines.

What will happen if the sonographer sees something wrong during the scan?

The health and wellbeing of you and your baby is our priority.
We will discuss your ultrasound scan findings during your scan appointment and explain everything. You will receive your scan report at your appointment before you leave.

If the sonographer believes that there is any area that needs to be brought to your attention, they will discuss their findings openly with you. In these circumstances, we will refer you, with your consent, to your NHS care provider for ongoing further checks and we provide you with a written report. It is your responsibility to ensure that you then consult without delay, your NHS care providerWe have a robust referral pathway and follow medical guidelines. We will assist you during the referral procedure to keep you safe and will offer the best quality in care.

Can I bring family and/or friends and/or children?

Yes. Sharing the scan experience is one of the most wonderful moments of your pregnancy. You can bring additional 3 guests with you. We would ask that children be accompanied by at least one adult. However please be aware, some scan appointments require a transvaginal scan, which we advise not to bring children or larger group of guests with you.

Do I need a referral from the GP?

No. You can bookyour scan appointment directly without any referral. If you have any concerns about your health, it can be useful to have scan results ready to discuss with your GP to reduce any waiting times. We offer same day appointment slots, without long waiting times.

We will give you same day clear written report. Your scan report will advise you if any further steps are necessary. If your sonographer believes that there is any area of your baby’s development that needs to be brought to your attention, they will discuss their findings openly with you. In these circumstances, we will refer you, with your consent, to your NHS care provider for ongoing further checks and provide you with a written report. It is your responsibility to ensure that you then consult without delay, your NHS care provider.

Do I require a transvaginal scan?

Our sonographers are highly skilled & experienced in pregnancy ultrasound scanning, and able to offer trans-abdominal and trans-vaginal scans. While most ultrasound scans are performed over the tummy (abdominal), sometimes a trans-vaginal scan is necessary. We will always explain clear the process and obtain your consent. Our sonographer will always discuss this with you and will let you know if a trans-vaginal scan is required.

Pregnancy scans before eight weeks of pregnancy are often ideally performed as a transvaginal scan. This will allow the clearest view. At this very early stage of pregnancy, we recommend do not bring children for this scan appointment.  
 
Fertility scans and women health scans are best performed as transvaginal scans.

How early (how many weeks in pregnancy) can I have a scan?

We start offering ultrasound scans from 6weeks of gestation.
Note – if your menstrual cycle/period are irregular a first positive pregnancy test should be minimum 2weeks before your appointment.
Please check on our website – all our range of scan packages. This will show you  for which scan types – which optimum stage of pregnancy we recommend.

Does my appointment replace my NHS routine diagnostic appointment?

No. We strongly advise you, that this scan is in addition to your NHS routine diagnostic scan appointments and will not replace any of your NHS routine diagnostic scan appointments. Please attend to all your NHS appointment.

What if I do not wish to find out the gender of my baby?

That’s absolutely fine. Just let the sonographer know to the beginning of your scan appointment and we will not disclose the gender of your baby.

What will happen if the sonographer sees during the scan something wrong?

We will discuss your ultrasound scan findings during your scan appointment and explain everything. You will receive your scan report at your appointment before you leave.

If the sonographer recommend seeing your NHS care provider for ongoing further checks, please provide your report to your healthcare provider. It is your responsibility to ensure to consult your NHS care provider without any delay. (Please see our T&C’s for additional details) We have a robust referral pathway and follow medical guidelines. We will assist you during the referral procedure to keep you safe and will offer the best quality in care.

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