If the fetus passes away before or at the 18-week ultrasound, it’s known as amiscarriage.
Signs of Normal 18-Week Ultrasound
An 18-week ultrasound usually yields normal results.
In a typical ultrasound at this time, normal fetal limb and organ development can be seen.
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The technician will probably not tell you your results right away, however.
However, you might find out the sex during the sonogram.
Some healthcare providers choose to wait until at least 20 weeks to perform the ultrasound.
Screening tests during pregnancy usually mean that further evaluation or testing is needed.
Instead, it lets you know that you may need more testing.
Summary
Your 18-week ultrasound is a scan that’s performed about halfway through your pregnancy.
It examines different organs in the fetus and pregnant person’s body.
you’re free to also find out your baby’s sex during the procedure.
Most of the time, scans come back with normal results.
However, your ultrasound may reveal possible complications.
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