In NSW a chromosome abnormality is diagnosed in about 1:800 pregnancies, with the level of risk varying with the age of the mother. Testing for chromosome abnormalities is available to any pregnant woman. Newcastle Ultrasound are experts in prenatal scanning. We were among the first in the area to offer amniocentesis and chorion villus sampling […]
Why do I need chromosome testing during my pregnancy? Testing for chromosome abnormalities is available to all pregnant women who choose access to this information. Babies can be born with chromosome abnormalities with no prior family history, and the risk increases with age. Screening tests (NIPTs or nuchal translucency) are used in combination with invasive […]
Newcastle Ultrasound launches Urgent Access Early Pregnancy Scanning Service – for pain and bleeding during the first trimester of your pregnancy If you are experiencing pain or bleeding during your pregnancy, you will want to quickly rule out a miscarriage, an ectopic pregnancy, or any other underlying condition that may affect you or your baby’s […]
Bleeding, spotting, pain and cramping in early pregnancy? What it can mean and what to do Bleeding, spotting, pain and cramping during early pregnancy are common and may not affect your pregnancy. However, it is important to rule out a non-viable pregnancy, an ectopic pregnancy, a miscarriage or any other condition that may affect you […]
Am I having a miscarriage? It can be difficult to know if you are having a miscarriage. Although bleeding or pain can be common in the first trimester of your pregnancy, if you are experiencing bleeding with pain, cramping, abdominal tenderness or heavy bleeding at any stage of your pregnancy, you may be experiencing a […]