Private Growth Ultrasound
From 24 - 40 Weeks

Foetal Growth Scan, otherwise known as a Well-being Pregnancy Scan or Reassurance Ultrasound Scan, is performed to assess the growth of your baby and its organs. It is performed from 24 to 40 weeks. This aligns with the best time to obtain an estimated weight of your baby.

Scan performed by Specialist Senior Sonographers that provide you with a uniquely tailored assessment. feel confident in the care you receive and gain peace of mind with Same-Day Results & Tailored Advice.

£240

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Growth Scan

Get peace of mind with a foetal growth scan

Pregnancy ultrasound scans ensure you and your baby are healthy and on track for safe delivery.

  • Check the position and size of your baby
  • Assess the placenta’s position and blood flow
  • Examine amniotic fluid levels, Abnormalities & any Causes of Concern
  • Empower you to take any precautionary steps in your pregnancy journey

£240

All Fees Inclusive
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What's Included

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One-to-One Specialist Appointment

Feel confident in the care you receive. Our specialists can interpret your scan and provide comprehensive advice if necessary.

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No Referral Required

You do not require a referral before booking an appointment with our clinic — giving you back complete control of your health.

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Same-Day Results

We aim to provide results to you on the day of your visit. Our Specialist Sonographer will explain their findings during your ultrasound examination.

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Full Digital Report

Following your appointment, a complete digital report of your Ultrasound examination will be emailed to you directly and securely.

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High-Res Digital Images

In addition to the report, images of your scan will be sent for you to share with a healthcare specialist of your choice.

Frequently Asked Questions

When can I get a foetal growth scan?

Growth ultrasounds are offered from 24 to 40 weeks. If you are unsure whether you are eligible for this pregnancy scan, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with our friendly team.

We are here to answer your questions.

What does my Growth Ultrasound Scan include?

There is nothing more important than your baby’s well-being, and that’s why we believe in delivering the highest standard of medical care to expectant parents. Our comprehensive foetal growth ultrasound will give you information about the following:

  • The position of your baby

  • The position of your placenta

  • Amniotic fluid (which surrounds the baby) levels

  • The size of your baby, called foetal biometry, including head, body, and thigh bone measurements

  • The estimated foetal weight (EFW), which will be calculated and plotted on a growth chart

  • Foetal growth velocity, which helps your doctor assess how fast your baby is growing

  • Blood flow to your placenta and baby via umbilical artery Doppler studies

  • Foetal movements

  • Foetal development, including a basic assessment of your baby’s stomach, kidneys, bladder, diaphragm, heart, and brain

Why might I need a Growth Scan?

Your trusted medical team may request you undertake a growth ultrasound.

Throughout your pregnancy, your midwife or doctor will measure the size of your bump, called fundal height. If your bump is measuring smaller or larger than expected, you may need a growth scan.

In addition, several factors put you at greater risk of having a small or large baby. Some of these conditions include a low or high BMI, high blood pressure, and gestational diabetes.

The purpose of a foetal growth ultrasound is to check your baby’s health and development, so you can take any necessary steps to ensure the remainder of your pregnancy and post-birth journey are as safe and smooth-sailing as possible. In some cases, growth scans can identify babies that might need to be born early.

What happens during a Growth Pregnancy Ultrasound?

During your pregnancy scan, your Specialist will check the size of your baby by measuring different parts of their body, including the head circumference, tummy circumference, and thigh bone (femur) length.

If your baby’s measurements are within the expected range, they are likely to be average-sized. However, your doctor may request further testing if your baby is tracking small or larger.

In addition to taking your baby’s measurements, your Specialist will assess your placenta, estimate the foetal weight, evaluate your baby’s major organs, and check the amniotic fluid. Using a Doppler scan, they will also check the blood flow to your placenta and baby.

How is the Growth Scan performed?

During your ultrasound, you lie down on an examination table or bed. a special gel will be applied to your abdomen and pelvic area.

The gel is water-based, so it shouldn’t leave marks on your clothes or skin. The gel helps the sound waves travel properly.

Next, a small wand is used, called a transducer, onto your belly. The transducer is moved around the gel area to capture black and white images onto the ultrasound screen.

They may ask you to move or hold your breath while they capture images. The technician then checks to see if the necessary images were captured and if they are clear.

What happens if my baby is smaller than expected?

If your baby is smaller than expected for the week of your pregnancy, it may be labelled small for gestational age (SGA). These babies often have a lower birth weight.

There are several reasons why a baby might be SGA. In some cases, small parents have small babies. In others, problems occur during pregnancy, such as intrauterine growth restriction, which happens when the baby cannot access the oxygen and nutrients needed to develop.

Sometimes, chromosome abnormalities cause growth restrictions. So, too, can issues with the placenta or disease in the pregnant person.

SGA can heighten risks during pregnancy, birth, and beyond.

That’s why it’s so important to keep on top of your ultrasounds. Scans are non-invasive and safe for you and your baby and empower you to take any required steps to protect your little one’s health.

What happens if my baby is larger than expected?

If your baby is larger than expected for the week of your pregnancy, it may be labelled large for gestational age (LGA). These babies often have a higher birth weight.

There are several reasons why a baby might be LGA. Sometimes, the baby’s size is hereditary, meaning they have larger parents. In addition, people who gain a lot of body weight during pregnancy are at a higher risk of giving birth to a larger baby.

However, gestational diabetes is the most common cause of LGA babies. Therefore, if your baby measures larger than expected, you may be offered a blood sugar test.

Risks associated with babies that are LGA include long and challenging deliveries and injuries at birth. You may need a caesarean section delivery to safeguard the health of you and your baby. 

Unmanaged gestational diabetes can also lead to a higher risk of congenital disabilities, difficulty breathing, and low blood sugar in your baby.

Are foetal Growth Ultrasounds accurate?

Yes. Foetal growth scans are accurate. However, they are not perfect and depend on your baby’s position. For example, as your due date nears, your baby’s head may be too low to get a precise and accurate measurement.

What’s more, babies tend to grow in spurts. If your baby measures on the smaller side, it may grow enough in the following two weeks to reach the average range.

Despite this, growth scans are a safe and easy way to keep tabs on your health and your baby’s development. Your results can help you make important decisions about further testing, your birth plan, and more.

What should I do with the results of my ultrasound scan?

Your doctor or midwife will want to know the results of your scan and are likely to ask you for a copy.

If you have any concerns about your scan, we can arrange for you to discuss with an on-site/local Consultant Obstetrician.

Pre-examination Preparation

To obtain good images we require you to have a full bladder. We advise drinking at least 4 glasses of water 45 minutes to an hour before your private ultrasound scan.

What happens after the exam?

There is no particular type of care required after a female health check ultrasound. You may resume your regular diet and daily activities unless your doctor advises you differently.

There are no confirmed adverse biological effects on patients or instrument operators caused by exposures to ultrasound at the intensity levels used in diagnostic ultrasound.

But depending on your particular results, the doctor may give you additional or alternative instructions after the procedure.

How does Harley Street Ultrasound work with the National Health Service?

Many of our patients are concerned that if they come to us for an ultrasound, they won’t be able to go back to public health. That simply is not the case.

Our goal is to give you answers as quickly as possible and get you on the right treatment path fast – no strings attached.

When you come to us, you will be seen by a qualified specialist who can determine if your situation is serious or not that same day.

We don’t want you to wait weeks on end for an appointment because every minute counts when it comes to something as important as your health.

If your situation is serious, our specialist will write to your doctor on the NHS advising them that you need an urgent appointment.

Registered & Regulated

Our team are fully registered and regulated for practice in the United Kingdom. Our patients should expect nothing less.

The Royal College of RadiologistsGeneral Medical CouncilRoyal College of Obstetricians and GynaecologistsCare Quality CommissionHealth and Care Professions CouncilRoyal College of Surgeons of England

Meet OurTeam of Specialists

The team at Harley Street Ultrasound Group is made up of Specialist Consultants and Specialist Sonographers you can rely upon. They are among the best in the industry.

This is backed up with a full range of qualifications and accreditations. All of our specialists are fully registered with all applicable medical regulatory bodies.

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The Harley Street Experience

We aim to provide the very best experience possible to all of our patients and visitors, and this covers every aspect of our services — from our specialists to our technology and of course to our clinic itself.

When you visit us, you will find our clinic to be a clean, comfortable and reassuring environment. We also maintain a high standard of best practices, ensuring maximum safety at all times.

Testimonials

What Our Patients Say About Their Experience

We are committed to providing a high standard of care to our patients. Take a look at some of the incredible responses we have received.

Very friendly, professional service. Seen promptly, excellent admin and very good Radiology Scan with Dr John Fitzpatrick

A great experience. From booking to the appointment. I came very worried and was really well taken care of.

Everyone I met was very professional, made me feel at ease and listened to my concerns. My report was with me before I got home. Thank you

Very professional service and the consultant was very helpful and informative. The report was delivered very quickly after the scans were completed.

A lovely clinic, we went there for the NIPT blood test and scan and it was a warm environment, we had the the reassurance we needed and a lovely big screen to see our baby!

The webpage made it clear that the service covered exactly what I needed and it was easy to book a convenient appoint online, without waiting on the phone.

Really positive experience from start to finish. Staff knew how to communicate with kids and put them at ease! They explained everything they would do and were very thorough! Awesome experience

Excellent service as expected. The clinicians were amazing and put me at ease. They insured I knew what was going on at all points and answered all my questions. Very happy with the treatment. Thank you

I went for a breast examination, feeling very anxious. The consultant I saw was amazing; they put me at ease and were kind and understanding.

Set up and communication was very efficient. Procedure was explained in detail and report generated within a couple of hours. Great service and highly recommend.

Genuinely an unbelievable service, couldn’t recommend it more highly. Trevor was absolutely fantastic, a combination of empathy and intelligence at its best.

I found everyone very helpful and the procedure itself thorough .The doctor explained what he had been looking at and was most helpful

Brilliant, more than happy. Waiting for appointment for weeks was not an option for me, so this was brilliant just one day till my appointment. I was trilled. 10 stars 🌟

My scan was undergone by a very thorough and caring professional and I felt safe and left with very much needed answers that I was waiting for. I will return and no longer wait for scans on waiting lists. I will be using Harley Street Ultrasound from now on.

Comfortable setting and experienced feedback straight away. Clear and concise report and images given promptly after the scan.

Very kind professional and efficient service, great experience and I am very grateful to be able to get a short notice appointment.

Very friendly greeting, efficient, perfect explanation by Inga. Radiologist was very good at discussing procedures and what he was finding. All was perfect!

Very happy with the service I received today. The consultant examined me thoroughly and reassured me that everything was OK.

Thank you very much to Dr.Heba,she is so professional and very knowledgeable. She is doing her job with dedication and professionalism. Dr. Heba explained to me all about my scan and assured me everything is ok. We need more doctors like her. I strongly recommend Harley Street Ultrasound and with all my heart Dr. Heba. Thank you

The treatment I was given was excellent by Dr. Ahmed who explained everything thoroughly and ensured that I understood the procedure before going ahead with an injection in my arm. I was well cared for by his assistants who were extremely professional, friendly and thoughtful. I fully recommend this clinic after my perfect treatment.

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