#AskTheExpert Hello Doctor. Which is the ideal week for USG Anamoly scan? I am 18 weeks pregnant.

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ExpertDr.Sabiha AnjumObstetrician and Gynaecologist2 years ago

A. Better get it done around 22 weeks of pregnancy because that is the time when most of the Anomalies are detectable properly in the ultrasound scan. If done early a few might be missedWrite Your Answer Here

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PriyaMom of a 2 yr 10 m old child2 years ago

A. Anomaly scan is done in 22 weeks

Author of questionMom of a 2 yr 6 m old child2 years ago

A. thank you doctor

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