Pregnancy is a happy event in any family but comes with some uncertainties.
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Peace-of-mind and knowing that your journey leading up to becoming a parent is supported by health care professionals is essential.
Having this up-to-date information allows couples to approach their pregnancy with confidence.
Health professionals routinely use ultrasound for pregnant women to monitor the health and development of their unborn baby.
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Canberra Fetal Assessment Centre (CFAC) provides care to women by experienced health-care professionals with a dedicated focus in obstetrical and gynaecological imaging.
CFAC utilise the latest imaging technology in a professional, caring and friendly environment.
Collectively, Dr Ken Tan and Dr Meiri Robertson have 30 years experience in fetal medicine and medicine. Sonographers have a dedicated interest in obstetrics and gynaecology.
Ultrasound studies are performed to the highest standards and are supported by informative and sensitive counselling. Most scans are happy experiences but can sometimes lead to unexpected findings.
Adequate time is taken to ensure patients understand their results. Dignity, kindness, understanding and respect are key principles of this practice.
With a particular focus on women’s health, CFAC offer screening and testing to better prepare you for this time in your life.
- Nuchal translucency screening (same day result service). This scan is carried out from 11 weeks to 13 weeks and helps to date the accuracy of the birth date of your baby or to detect fetal abnormalities and multiple pregnancies.
- Invasive prenatal testing (CVS & Amniocentesis)
- Non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT)
- Morphology scan. A detailed scan at 18-20 weeks to determine the position of the placenta, assess the amount of amniotic fluid, and measure fetal growth.
- Growth and Doppler study
- Antenatal testing
- Counselling
- Pelvic ultrasound including saline sonography and 3D imaging
- HyCoSy procedure (Hysterosalpingo-contrast-sonography) – a simple and well-tolerated outpatient ultrasound procedure is used to assess the patency of the fallopian tubes, as well as detect abnormalities of the uterus and endometrium.
Knowing which check-ups, screenings and scans to have and when to have them during your pregnancy is important information for every pregnant woman.
Constant changes in the area of prenatal diagnosis requires insightful guidance, CFAC will guide you through standard and additional testing as required for your pregnancy.
