Fatima IVF Fertility and Women’s centre
Integrated support with Male & Female Infertility Clinics
A key first-trimester screening at Fatima IVF Fertility and Women’s centre
WHAT IS AN NT SCAN?
The Nuchal Translucency (NT) scan is a specialized ultrasound performed between 11 and 14 weeks of pregnancy. It measures the clear (translucent) space in the tissue at the back of the baby’s neck. A larger-than-normal NT measurement can be an early indicator of
chromosomal abnormalities, such as:
Down syndrome (Trisomy 21)
Edwards syndrome (Trisomy 18)
Patau syndrome (Trisomy 13)
Certain congenital heart defects
Early Detection, Better Decisions
NT scan is part of the first-trimester combined screening, often done alongside:
A blood test to measure pregnancy-associated plasma protein-A
(PAPP-A)
Free beta-hCG levels
Together, these offer a risk assessment of genetic disorders early in pregnancy,
allowing for:
Early intervention options
Genetic counselling
Peace of mind when results are normal
WHEN IS THE NT SCAN DONE?
Ideal window: Between 11 weeks to 13 weeks + 6 days
Best performed before 14 weeks, as the NT space disappears afterward
WHAT HAPPENS DURING THE NT SCAN? CENTRE
- It’s a non-invasive and painless ultrasound
- Conducted via the mother’s abdomen (transabdominal); in some cases, a transvaginal scan may be needed for better clarity
- Takes 20–30 minutes
- The sonologist measures the nuchal translucency thickness
- The fetus’s nasal bone, heart, limbs, and spine are also assessed
NT SCAN AT FATIMA IVF FERTILITY & WOMEN’S CENTRE
At Fatima IVF, we combine advanced 3D/4D ultrasound imaging with fetal medicine expertise to deliver:
- Accurate NT measurements
- Detailed first-trimester anatomical screening
- Compassionate support for high-risk pregnancies
- Genetic counselling, if required
Dr Fathimunissa and team ensure that expecting parents receive clear guidance,
prompt follow-ups, and emotional support throughout.