Our experienced gynaecologists and sonologists use modern colour Doppler machines to confirm your baby is getting enough oxygen and nutrients. If anything needs closer attention, you are already in the right place for complete maternity care under one roof.
| Feature | Routine Ultrasound | Doppler Scan |
|---|---|---|
| What it checks | Baby's size, shape, position and organs | Blood flow through the cord, placenta and baby's vessels |
| Main question answered | Is my baby growing and developing normally? | Is my baby getting enough oxygen and nutrients? |
| When it is usually done | Through every trimester as routine | Mainly third trimester or when extra monitoring is needed |
| What you see and hear | Still and moving pictures of the baby | Colour blood-flow images and the sound of circulation |
| Uses radiation? | No, sound waves only | No, sound waves only |
| Comfort | Painless and non-invasive | Painless and non-invasive |
In simple terms, a routine scan answers how is my baby built and growing, while a Doppler scan answers is my baby getting a healthy blood and oxygen supply. Both matter, alongside detailed checks such as the anomaly scan, and your doctor will advise which one you need and when.
Blood flow through the umbilical cord, which carries oxygen and nutrients from the placenta to your baby.
How well the placenta is delivering blood, which tells the doctor whether it is working as it should.
Flow in the middle cerebral artery, an important sign of how your baby is coping if the supply is reduced.
The blood supply from you to the placenta, often checked with high blood pressure or past growth problems.
Whether your baby's measured size and blood supply fit the current stage of pregnancy.
The rhythm and strength of your baby's heartbeat and overall circulation during the scan.
The overall picture of how much oxygen and nourishment your baby is receiving through the placenta.
Raised blood pressure can affect how the placenta works. Doppler scanning shows how well blood is still reaching your baby and is an important part of high-risk pregnancy care, helping your doctor decide how closely you need to be watched.
If you notice your baby is moving less than usual, a Doppler scan can quickly reassure you that blood flow is healthy, or flag that your baby needs closer monitoring.
Give yourself peace of mind about your baby’s wellbeing. Call Anandi Hospitals today to book a safe, painless Doppler scan with same-day reporting and expert maternity care close to home.
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No special preparation is needed. You can eat and drink normally, there is no need for a full bladder in later pregnancy, and loose, comfortable clothing is best.
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You lie back comfortably while a little gel is applied to your tummy. The sonologist moves a probe over your skin, and you may hear the gentle whooshing of your baby's blood flow. It takes about 15 to 30 minutes.
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You wipe off the gel and go straight back to your day. Your doctor explains the findings, and at Anandi Hospitals reports are usually ready the same day.
Your scan is performed and reviewed by specialists who read Doppler studies every day, so nothing is missed.
We use up-to-date ultrasound equipment for clear, accurate images of your baby's blood flow.
Quick, reliable results so you and your doctor can act without anxious waiting.
If your scan shows anything that needs attention, our full obstetric team is right here to care for you and your baby.
You’re in safe hands with our team of renowned specialists, who bring decades of clinical excellence and patient trust:
M.B.B.S., M.S. (OBGY) Fellowship in Infertility & Laparoscopic Surgeon
Director,
Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
MBBS, DCH (Paediatrician & Neonatologist)
Consultant Paediatrician & Neonatologist
