Nuchal Translucency Screening: What It Tells You<\/strong><\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Nuchal translucency (NT) screening is a first-trimester ultrasound that measures the small fluid-filled space at the back of your baby’s neck. That measurement helps assess the chance of certain chromosomal conditions and other findings, particularly involving the heart. It’s performed between 11 and 13 weeks, and at our office it’s paired with an early detailed look at your baby’s anatomy. It’s a screening, which means it estimates chances rather than giving a diagnosis.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>A first, gentle look, explained simply<\/b><\/p>\n
The nuchal translucency screening measures the small fluid-filled space at the back of your baby’s neck. That single measurement is meaningful, because a larger space can be associated with a higher chance of certain chromosomal conditions, genetic syndromes, or differences in how the baby is developing, particularly involving the heart.<\/span><\/p>\nWhen it’s done and what’s included<\/b><\/p>\n
The NT is a specialized ultrasound performed between 11 and 13 weeks. At our office, we go a step further than the measurement alone: we also perform an early, detailed look at your baby’s anatomy to check development at this stage.<\/span><\/p>\nAbout our sonographers<\/b><\/p>\n
Our sonographers have all completed nuchal translucency certification. The national NTQR certification program is no longer offered in the United States, but our sonographers carry that training and experience.<\/span><\/p>\nIf you’ve received an elevated result<\/b><\/p>\n
First, take a breath. This is the single most important thing to understand: an NT screening is a <\/span>screening<\/span><\/i>, not a diagnosis. An elevated result is not, by itself, confirmation of a problem. It means a closer look is the sensible next step. We’ll typically recommend a more detailed evaluation, which may include a non-invasive prenatal test if you haven’t had one yet, or diagnostic testing. If the measurement is 3.5 mm or greater, we also recommend a fetal echocardiogram with a cardiologist to take a careful look at the heart.<\/span><\/p>\nYou won’t be left wondering<\/b><\/p>\n
Whatever your result, you’ll have a specialist who explains what it means in plain terms and lays out your options. From the first measurement onward, this is something we navigate together.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>FAQ <\/b><\/h2><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>What does a nuchal translucency scan check for?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\n\u00a0It measures the fluid-filled space at the back of your baby’s neck to help assess the chance of certain chromosomal conditions and other findings, particularly involving the heart.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>When is the NT scan done?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nBetween 11 and 13 weeks. At our office, it’s paired with an early detailed look at your baby’s anatomy.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>What does an elevated NT result mean?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAn NT scan is a screening, not a diagnosis. An elevated result usually means a closer look is the next step, which may include a non-invasive prenatal test or diagnostic testing. If the measurement is 3.5 mm or greater, a fetal echocardiogram with a cardiologist is also recommended.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Who performs the NT scan?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nOur trained sonographers, who have completed nuchal translucency certification, perform the scan, and it’s reviewed by our maternal-fetal medicine specialists.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Patient Feedback<\/span><\/p><\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Dilcia C.<\/strong><\/span><\/p><\/h3><\/div><\/i> I had my first appt. today at Pembroke Perinatal, the experience was superb. From the front desk staff, to our very sweet ultrasound technologist, Marta, and Eileen, everyone was very kind and professional. Dr. Romary was truly excellent and willing to answer any questions we had. Overall wonderful experience!!\u00a0\u00a0<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Belkis P.<\/strong><\/span><\/p><\/h3><\/div><\/i>\u00a0\u00a0Nice, courteous and quick service. Dr. Romary is very kind and patient, answers all questions with details and simple\u00a0\u00a0<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Megha M.<\/strong><\/span><\/p><\/h3><\/div><\/i>\u00a0\u00a0Had great experience, Dr.Romary and her staff is great. So courteous all are. Each appointment I looked forward too as they gave detailed information and answered all my questions on baby growth. I had gestational diabetes and with that too, Dr. Romary guided me well to manage it with diet. She followed up to make sure my sugars were in limits and it will not affect baby\u2019s growth. Love this place!!\u00a0\u00a0<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Nuchal translucency (NT) screening is a first-trimester ultrasound that measures the small fluid-filled space at the back of your baby’s neck. That measurement helps assess the chance of certain chromosomal conditions and other findings, particularly involving the heart. It’s performed between 11 and 13 weeks, and at our office it’s paired with an early detailed look at your baby’s anatomy. It’s a screening, which means it estimates chances rather than giving a diagnosis.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div> A first, gentle look, explained simply<\/b><\/p>\n The nuchal translucency screening measures the small fluid-filled space at the back of your baby’s neck. That single measurement is meaningful, because a larger space can be associated with a higher chance of certain chromosomal conditions, genetic syndromes, or differences in how the baby is developing, particularly involving the heart.<\/span><\/p>\n When it’s done and what’s included<\/b><\/p>\n The NT is a specialized ultrasound performed between 11 and 13 weeks. At our office, we go a step further than the measurement alone: we also perform an early, detailed look at your baby’s anatomy to check development at this stage.<\/span><\/p>\n About our sonographers<\/b><\/p>\n Our sonographers have all completed nuchal translucency certification. The national NTQR certification program is no longer offered in the United States, but our sonographers carry that training and experience.<\/span><\/p>\n If you’ve received an elevated result<\/b><\/p>\n First, take a breath. This is the single most important thing to understand: an NT screening is a <\/span>screening<\/span><\/i>, not a diagnosis. An elevated result is not, by itself, confirmation of a problem. It means a closer look is the sensible next step. We’ll typically recommend a more detailed evaluation, which may include a non-invasive prenatal test if you haven’t had one yet, or diagnostic testing. If the measurement is 3.5 mm or greater, we also recommend a fetal echocardiogram with a cardiologist to take a careful look at the heart.<\/span><\/p>\n You won’t be left wondering<\/b><\/p>\n Whatever your result, you’ll have a specialist who explains what it means in plain terms and lays out your options. From the first measurement onward, this is something we navigate together.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div> \u00a0It measures the fluid-filled space at the back of your baby’s neck to help assess the chance of certain chromosomal conditions and other findings, particularly involving the heart.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> Between 11 and 13 weeks. At our office, it’s paired with an early detailed look at your baby’s anatomy.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> An NT scan is a screening, not a diagnosis. An elevated result usually means a closer look is the next step, which may include a non-invasive prenatal test or diagnostic testing. If the measurement is 3.5 mm or greater, a fetal echocardiogram with a cardiologist is also recommended.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> Our trained sonographers, who have completed nuchal translucency certification, perform the scan, and it’s reviewed by our maternal-fetal medicine specialists.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> Patient Feedback<\/span><\/p><\/h2><\/div> Dilcia C.<\/strong><\/span><\/p><\/h3><\/div> <\/i> I had my first appt. today at Pembroke Perinatal, the experience was superb. From the front desk staff, to our very sweet ultrasound technologist, Marta, and Eileen, everyone was very kind and professional. Dr. Romary was truly excellent and willing to answer any questions we had. Overall wonderful experience!!\u00a0\u00a0<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div> Belkis P.<\/strong><\/span><\/p><\/h3><\/div> <\/i>\u00a0\u00a0Nice, courteous and quick service. Dr. Romary is very kind and patient, answers all questions with details and simple\u00a0\u00a0<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div> Megha M.<\/strong><\/span><\/p><\/h3><\/div> <\/i>\u00a0\u00a0Had great experience, Dr.Romary and her staff is great. So courteous all are. Each appointment I looked forward too as they gave detailed information and answered all my questions on baby growth. I had gestational diabetes and with that too, Dr. Romary guided me well to manage it with diet. She followed up to make sure my sugars were in limits and it will not affect baby\u2019s growth. Love this place!!\u00a0\u00a0<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>FAQ <\/b><\/h2><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>What does a nuchal translucency scan check for?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>When is the NT scan done?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>What does an elevated NT result mean?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Who performs the NT scan?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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