4D Color Ultrasound
Although 4D color ultrasound and 3D ultrasound do not actually mean the same thing, they are commonly used interchangeably with detailed ultrasound, detailed ultrasound, advanced ultrasound, anomaly ultrasound, 2nd level ultrasound, second level ultrasound, color ultrasound, large ultrasound, genetic ultrasound.
The baby’s movements and behaviors can be evaluated with 4D ultrasound.
Doppler examination is an imaging examination performed on the umbilical artery and fetal organs starting from the 20th week of pregnancy, which provides information about whether there is developmental delay in the fetus.
The baby in the womb shows different behavioral and movement characteristics, and these characteristics can be detected with 4D ultrasound. The 6th-7th months of pregnancy are the period when 4D ultrasound images can be taken, where families can understand what their babies look like.
It is possible to closely monitor all the movements of the baby, such as sucking the thumb, stretching the feet, smiling, grimacing, opening and closing the eyes, with 4D ultrasound.
With the 4D color ultrasound device, early diagnosis of gender, cleft lip, cleft palate, missing fingers, disorders originating from the brain and spinal cord can be made at a very early age.
4D color ultrasound is the new way to see your baby better
A mother feels her baby moving in her womb and wants to see her baby growing in her womb. 3D ultrasound has made this possible in recent years, but now 4D ultrasound takes the prenatal baby monitoring experience to a whole new level.
4D ultrasounds are becoming increasingly popular as parents want to learn more about their little babies in the womb.
What Makes 4D Color Ultrasound So Unique?
We have all seen traditional, ordinary 2D ultrasounds. 2D ultrasounds are black and white still images of our babies. 3D ultrasounds are pictures with depth. This takes things a step further as they allow you to see your baby’s features more closely. If the 2D version is a hill and the 3D version is a mountain, then the 4D version is Mount Everest in the world of technology. With 4D technology, mothers can easily see their baby’s movement in real time. For example, they can see their baby kicking, waving, or making a certain facial expression.
Both Parents Can Bond More Easily with Their Baby with 4D Color Ultrasounds.
Why does the extra movement component of 4D technology make so many expectant mothers dream? Because 4D ultrasounds are so realistic. It brings the baby to life, and this is the stage before holding your baby in your arms. The mother can easily form a strong bond with her baby in the womb. But with 4D technology, the father starts to feel more connected to his baby. The result? Both parents feel more inclined to look at the baby before holding him in their arms.
In a world seemingly ruled by social media, who doesn’t love photos? Most parents can’t wait to share their little ones with their social media friends and family. But with 4D ultrasounds, they no longer have to wait until their babies are born to proudly show off their children’s faces. 4D technology allows you to get clear images that reveal the baby’s size, body shape, and facial features. Mothers can see their babies blinking, yawning, sucking their thumbs, smiling, or stretching. We adults today don’t have the privilege of seeing ourselves as 4D babies, but today’s parents’ children can.
And it’s a real treat.
Seeing Your Baby on a 4D Color Ultrasound Gives Mom Relief
It’s nice for a pregnant mother to hear her doctor tell her that her baby is fine. But sometimes that’s not enough. The mother will want to see her baby and make sure that she’s fine. With 4D technology, she can have peace of mind knowing that her baby is healthy, growing properly, and has a healthy heartbeat. Finally, we can easily detect the baby’s pulse and image different parts of the baby’s body with the latest technology. The better the mother feels, the healthier the environment her baby will have and thus the healthier the baby will feel.
4D Color Ultrasound Physical Problem Detection
One of the main benefits of 4D ultrasound is that the images it produces can more efficiently detect a fetal deformity. This is possible because the images show a fetus’s anatomy in detail. Identifying a health problem early is essential for the well-being of both mother and baby. This technology can also help find fibroids or ovarian tumors, which is good news for women whether they are pregnant or not.
Perhaps one of the most impressive aspects of 4D technology when it comes to ultrasounds is that it points to the technological advances that our society continues to benefit from. Our job is easier now than it was 10 years ago.
When Should a 4D Color Ultrasound Be Performed?
Parents can enjoy realistic and clear images of their baby throughout their entire pregnancy. So when is the ideal time to have a 4D ultrasound? The answer to this question depends on what the patient wants to see. For example, in the early stages of your pregnancy, the mother can see the baby’s entire body because it is so small. There is not much detail in the facial area. But the baby’s movements can be seen a little. Between 24 and 32 weeks, mothers will see the baby’s facial features best and will be able to follow the movements. After 32 weeks, you won’t see much movement (because: the mother’s belly can only stretch so far and the baby won’t move much). Also, depending on the position, it can be difficult to get good photos of the baby. But you can see the baby’s chubby and more detailed face. The best option for a mother is to have sessions at different 3-month intervals. However, if the mother only wants one session, it is ideal to do it from 24 to 32 weeks.
The first portrait of the baby in incredible detail!
One of the most incredible advances in ultrasound technology: 3D / 4D Ultrasound. These technologies allow you to see your baby with incredible clarity.
Ultrasounds used in the past were 2D – shown in two dimensions. Usually, these were blurry, black and white images that only an ultrasound specialist could understand. They were good information for trained people. The expectant mother didn’t understand much from these images.
The new 3D ultrasound provides a clear three-dimensional image of the baby in the womb. When this technology includes movement, it is called a 4D ultrasound. Both 3D and 4D ultrasounds are performed using the same safe sound wave technology that has been around for many years. Technological advances now allow us to get more detail and control the lighting.
When is the best time to have a 3D/4D Color Ultrasound?
Any time after the end of the first trimester is suitable, but the clearest images of the baby are obtained between 24 and 32 weeks. In addition to gestational age, the quality of the 3D/4D image can vary depending on the baby’s position in the womb and the level of amniotic fluid surrounding the baby. Here are examples of 3D ultrasounds at various ages.
How to get a 4D Color Ultrasound?
4D Color Ultrasound is standard for all obstetric patients at Hekimoğlu Imaging. As a parent, you receive a 4D image along with your routine anatomy scan. If a full session or more sessions are desired, our packages shown below are available. Just call our center to make an appointment and get detailed information.
Prenatal 4D Color Ultrasound
4D color ultrasound is the latest technology in pregnancy examination. It allows physicians to obtain sufficient information with fetal images to increase the effectiveness of fetal assessment. 4D ultrasounds also help parents understand the condition of the fetus and establish a bond between parent and baby.
What is an optional prenatal 3D / 4D color ultrasound?
An optional 3D / 4D color ultrasound allows the expectant mother and her doctor to identify the baby’s heartbeat, check its position, determine the baby’s gender (if desired), document the number of babies, and take prenatal souvenir pictures.
The difference between an optional 3D/4D color ultrasound and a prenatal diagnostic ultrasound exam
During an optional 3D/4D color ultrasound, you can get color images of your baby in 3D. In addition, there is the fourth dimension, time, which allows you to view your baby’s movements. This session strengthens the bonding process between you and your baby before birth.
Are 3D/4D color ultrasounds safe for my baby?
Ultrasound has been used safely for over 35 years with no documented harmful effects on the mother or her baby. Optional color ultrasound sessions last no more than 20-30 minutes, with most of this time spent manipulating the images captured using software.
Services and Procedures Offered
Types of scans offered include:
3D images of the baby’s face
4D real-time images of the baby’s movements in the womb
Fetal anomaly scan (full-detail diagnostic ultrasound)
Most women who opt for the optional 3D/4D color ultrasound have it done at 12 weeks of pregnancy, then again from 18 weeks for gender determination, and again between 24 and 34 weeks when the best results are obtained for 3D/4D ultrasound images.
It is recommended that you stay well hydrated, as a reasonably full bladder allows for better images during the ultrasound. Sometimes your baby’s face may not be in the right position, so you may not be able to get an ideal picture of your baby. In such cases, another scan will be done an hour later.
4D Color Ultrasound Videos
Dr.Abdullah Cevahir
Radiology Specialist
Hekimoğlu Imaging and Diagnostic Center