WHEN
SHOULD YOU SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT?
Click on the link above to go to a great web site for determining when you
should schedule your session.
WHAT IS ULTRASOUND IMAGING?
Ultrasound technology uses
high frequency sound waves. The waves bounce off tissue and return
to the ultrasound machine at different frequencies, depending on the
density of the tissue. Our ultrasound machine is a highly
specialized computer that translates the returning sound waves into
images for viewing on its computer monitor. Our machine is an FDA
approved ultrasound machine.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN
2D, 3D AND 4D IMAGING?
2D
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2D, 3D and 4D are
trademarked terminology used in the industry to distinguish the
different types of pictures and videos that can be provided.
2D ultrasounds are the
traditional black & white ultrasounds you have probably seen before.
The pictures show the skeletal structure (outline) of the baby. You
also get to see the baby moving in 2D! This is the type of
ultrasound that was probably used for your diagnostic ultrasound. It
is still the best technology for gathering measurements of the baby
and ensuring that the baby is developing as expected.
3D shows the tissue of
the baby, which is more like real pictures. We can see the roundness
of the baby's face, the shape of the nose and the contours of the
lips. The color is actually not the color of the baby, it is
computer enhanced to make the pictures more appealing. We can show
the baby in sepia, blue, or red.
4D shows the tissue of
the baby - as the baby is moving. This will provide moving clips of
your baby in action! The 4D video clips of your baby are similar to
the 3D pictures - but moving!
WHEN IS THE BEST
TIME TO HAVE AN ULTRASOUND PERFORMED?
We can perform an
ultrasound at any time during the pregnancy, but the best 3D/4D
imaging results are generally acquired between 25 and 30 weeks. We
recommend 27 or 28 weeks, if at all possible. Very late in the
pregnancy, the baby gets very crowded and it is difficult to view
the face. You must be at least 19 weeks to determine gender.
WHEN WILL I RECEIVE
THE PICTURES AND VIDEO?
All your keepsake
items will be ready for you to take with you! The DVD is a video
recording of your entire session. We film the entire session so you
don't miss anything. We want you to get to see the baby yawn,
stretch and hiccup!
WILL WE BE ABLE TO
TELL IF THE BABY IS A GIRL OR A BOY?
We are happy to
check gender, and this service is included in all of our packages.
We prefer to check gender after the baby reaches 19 weeks. Gender
determination cannot be guaranteed, however, since we must rely on
the cooperation of the baby and several other factors outside our
control. But, if you are at least 19 weeks along and we can't tell
the baby's gender, we will bring you back for free!
DO I NEED TO HAVE A FULL
BLADDER?
No, you do not
have to have a full bladder during the session, but the more
hydrated your body is, the more transparent the amniotic fluid and
the clearer the pictures. Being well hydrated can greatly improve
the clarity of the 3D/4D pictures.
WILL MY INSURANCE
PAY FOR THE APPOINTMENT?
No, Anticipation's elective
ultrasounds are not based on medical necessity.
CAN I BRING ANYONE
WITH ME TO WATCH THE ULTRASOUND?
Absolutely. Our studio
rooms are large enough to accommodate several family members and
friends. Bring everyone and anyone you want! We have 3 screens in
each room.
DO I NEED AN
APPOINTMENT?
Yes. See the Contact Us page for addresses,
phone numbers and email.
DO I NEED TO BRING
A BLANK CD OR DVD TO THE APPOINTMENT?
No. We provide
everything.
Anticipation Ultrasound Studio
