3D & 4DUltrasoundClinics
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3D & 4DUltrasound Clinics
1,000+ Google reviews: 4.9 / 5 Book now at:Glasgow City / Glasgow SouthBearsden / AberdeenHamilton / KilmarnockEdinburgh
Who we are
Welcome to BabyScanning.co.uk – the premier 3D & 4D Ultrasound Baby Scanning Clinic. Capture every stage of your beautiful journey with our baby scans. Witnessing each precious milestone, from the first heartbeat to the final preparations for birth. Since 2005 we have been using state of the art technology to give our customers the best possible experience.
Non-Invasive Prenatal Test (NIPT)
Available from 10 weeks of pregnancy. The purpose of this test is to screen for chromosomal abnormalities, such as Down syndrome, in a foetus using a blood sample from the mother.
Available from 10 weeks of pregnancy, this test screens for the most common chromosomal conditions, including Down syndrome, Edwards syndrome, Patau syndrome, and sex chromosome conditions.
Available from 10 weeks of pregnancy, this advanced screening test checks for Down syndrome, Edwards syndrome, Patau syndrome, sex chromosome conditions, and six specific microdeletion syndromes, giving a broader picture of your baby’s chromosomal health.
Available from 10 weeks of pregnancy. The purpose of this test is to provide the most comprehensive screening by checking for trisomies, sex chromosome conditions and up to 92 rare microdeletion syndromes in a single blood test.
Early Gender Blood Test
From 7 weeks of pregnancy. The purpose of this test is to determine your baby’s gender using a simple maternal blood sample with an accuracy of 99.9 percent.
Time frame: From 7 weeks of pregnancy.
Appointment length: 20 minutes
Purpose of Test: To determine your baby’s gender using a simple maternal blood sample with an accuracy of 99.9%.
Results delivered within 3 to 5 working days after the sample reaches the laboratory.
Available at Glasgow City Centre and Glasgow South Clinics
Foetal Blood tests (NIPT)
Available from early pregnancy. These tests provide early reassurance by screening for chromosomal conditions and identifying your baby’s gender using a simple maternal blood sample.
Available from 10 weeks of pregnancy. The purpose of this test is to screen for the three most common chromosomal conditions, like Down syndrome, Edwards syndrome and Patau syndrome.
Available from 10 weeks of pregnancy. The purpose of this test is to screen for trisomies and a wider range of conditions, including abnormalities of the X or Y chromosomes such as Turner syndrome, Klinefelter syndrome, Jacobs syndrome and Triple X syndrome.
Available from 10 weeks of pregnancy. The purpose of this test is to provide the most comprehensive screening by checking for trisomies, sex chromosome conditions and up to 60 rare microdeletion syndromes in a single blood test.
Time frame: From 7 weeks of pregnancy.
Appointment length: 20 minutes
Purpose of Test: To determine your baby’s gender using a simple maternal blood sample with an accuracy of 99.9%.
Results delivered within 3 to 5 working days after the sample reaches the laboratory.
Available at Glasgow City Centre and Glasgow South Clinics
Early Pregnancy Scan (Transvaginal)
Available from 6 to 10 weeks of pregnancy. The purpose of the scan is to confirm an ongoing pregnancy, to check that there is a foetal heartbeat. The presence of 1, 2 or more babies.
Time Frame: This scan is most effective between 6 to 10 weeks of pregnancy, earlier than abdominal scans.
Appointment length: Approximately 15 minutes, with 2 to 4 minutes dedicated to scanning time.
Purpose of Scan: To confirm a viable intrauterine pregnancy, detecting the presence of a foetal heartbeat, and determining the number of embryos (e.g., single, twins, or more).
You will receive: High-resolution 2D images, sent directly via email
*No Gender determination at this stage.
*Please ensure you are at least 8 weeks gestation.
Early Pregnancy Scan (Abdominal)
Available from 8 weeks of pregnancy. The purpose of the scan is to confirm an on-going pregnancy, to check that there is a foetal heart beat. The presence of 1, 2 or more babies.
Time Frame: This can be carried out from 8 to 14 weeks
Appointment length: 15 minutes, of which you can expect 4 to 10 minutes of scanning time.
Purpose of Scan: to confirm an on-going intra-uterine pregnancy and to check that there is a foetal heart beat. The presence of 1, 2 or more babies can be established.
You will receive: Multiple 2D scan images sent by email.
*No Gender determination at this stage.
Reassurance Scan
Available from 14 to 24 weeks of pregnancy. The purpose of the scan is for early insight into your pregnancy, the gestational age, helping to establish a due date and to check the foetus’s development.
Time frame: Available from 14 to 24 weeks Gestation.
Appointment length: 15 minutes, of which you can expect 5 to 10 minutes of scanning time.
Purpose of the Scan: The purpose of the scan is to measure the foetus, help determine the gestational age and the expected due date. The primary goal is to ensure the pregnancy is on track and to estimate when you’re likely to give birth.
Verbal Pregnancy Progress Report: Confirming that the growth of your baby is in line with your gestation.
You will receive: Multiple 2D scan images sent by email.
*Please ensure you are at least 8 weeks gestation.
Gender Scan
Available from 16 to 24 weeks of pregnancy. The purpose of the scan is to determine the gender of your baby. We will also check the baby’s measurements.
Time frame: Available from 16 to 24 weeks Gestation.
Appointment length: 15 minutes, of which you can expect 5 minutes of scanning time.
Purpose of the Scan: Gender Confirmation, Check the wellbeing of the foetus, heartbeat and amniotic fluid.
Verbal Pregnancy Progress Report: Confirming that the growth of your baby is in line with your gestation.
You will receive: 5 to 10 still 2D scan images, sent by email.
*Please ensure you are at least 16 weeks gestation.
HD Live Gender scan
Available from 18 to 23 weeks of pregnancy. The purpose of the scan is to determine the baby’s gender. We strive to get you the best HD Live scans of the baby.
Time frame: Available from 18 to 23 weeks Gestation.
Appointment length: 20 minutes, of which you can expect 5 to 10 minutes of scanning time.
Purpose of the Scan: Gender determination and HD Live imaging.
Verbal Pregnancy Progress Report: Confirming that the growth of your baby is in line with your gestation.
You will Receive: A selection of 4D and HD Live images and short video clips by email. Two A4 size photographs to take away on the day.
*If HD Live imaging is not successful you will be charged for the 2D gender scan
Growth Scan
Available from 24 weeks of pregnancy. The purpose of this scan is to measure the baby’s growth and wellbeing during pregnancy.
Time frame: Available from 24 to 32 weeks gestation.
Appointment length: 15 minutes, of which you can expect 5 to 8 minutes of scanning time.
Purpose of the Scan: To check the well-being of the foetus, heartbeat, amniotic fluid. Foetal growth and estimated weight.
Verbal Pregnancy Progress Report: Confirming that the growth of your baby is in line with your gestation.
You will Receive: 5 to 10 still 2D scan images and two A4 size photographs to take away on the day.
*Gender Confirmation if required.
3D Scan Picture Package
Available from 26 to 32 weeks of pregnancy. The purpose of the 3D scan is to help parents, siblings and other family members and friends to bond with the baby before its arrival.
Time frame: 26 to 32 weeks gestation
Appointment length: 20 minutes, of which you can expect 5 to 10 minutes of scanning time
Purpose of Scan: To allow family and friends to bond with the baby before it is born
Verbal Pregnancy Progress Report: Confirming that the growth of your baby is in line with your gestation.
You will Receive: 5 to 10 still 3D scan images and two A4 size 3D scan photographs to take away on the day.
*Gender determination optional on request
At this stage in pregnancy the foetus behaves in a similar manner to a newborn baby. With 3D and 4D baby scan technology you can see the foetus smile, yawn, suck on his or her fingers, scratch his or her nose and exhibit many other behaviours of a newborn baby.
4D scan/ HD Live scan Package
Available from 26 to 32 weeks of pregnancy. The purpose of the scan is to help parents, siblings and other family members and friends to bond with the baby before its arrival.
Time frame: 26 to 32 weeks gestation.
The ideal time frame to book this scan is when mothers are 26 to 28 weeks gestation so you can be called back for a free rescan if the images obtained are unsatisfactory.
Appointment length: 20 minutes, of which you can expect 5 to 8 minutes of scanning time
Purpose of Scan: To allow family and friends to bond with the baby before it is born
Verbal Pregnancy Progress Report: Confirming that the growth of your baby is in line with your gestation.
You will Receive: A selection of 4D and HD Live images and short video clips by email. Two 3D scan A4 size photographs to take away on the day.
*Gender determination optional on request
At this stage in pregnancy the foetus behaves in a similar manner to a newborn baby. With 3D and 4D baby scan technology you can see the foetus smile, yawn, suck on his or her fingers, scratch his or her nose and exhibit many other behaviours of a newborn baby.
Interactive 4D scan/HD Live scan
Available from 26 to 32 weeks of pregnancy. The purpose of the scan is to help parents, siblings and other family members and friends to bond with the baby before its arrival.
It’s your time, it’s your sonographer, it’s your say
This is our interactive scanning package allowing parents to choose the parts of the baby they want to view. It involves scanning of the areas the parents have specified by the sonographer to capture the engrossing images of the baby. It also includes the essentials of our 4D scan/ HD Live scan Package. We will aim to provide with 2 to 5 min of video clips.
Time frame: 26 to 32 weeks gestation
The ideal time frame to book this scan is when mothers are 26 to 28 weeks gestation so you can be called back for a free rescan if the images obtained are unsatisfactory.
Appointment length: 30 minutes, of which you can expect 8 to 15 minutes of tailored scanning time allowing you to see the most captivating features of the new addition to your family
Purpose of Scan: To allow family and friends to bond with the baby before it is born. This involves a tailored experience from the sonographer, allowing you to see and capture images of your preference. This package is designed to give you a long duration of scanning time to let you view your baby at your leisure
Verbal Pregnancy Progress Report: Confirming that the growth of your baby is in line with your gestation.
You will Receive: A selection of 4D and HD Live images and short video clips by email. Four 3D scan A4 size photographs to take away on the day.
*Gender determination optional on request
At this stage in pregnancy the foetus behaves in a similar manner to a newborn baby. With 3D and 4D baby scan technology you can see the foetus smile, yawn, suck on his or her fingers, scratch his or her nose and exhibit many other behaviours of a newborn baby.
Presentation Scan
Available from 34 to 40 weeks of pregnancy. The purpose of the scan is to check the presentation of the baby i.e. whether it is head down, breech or lying sideways.
Time frame: Available from 34 weeks to 40 weeks
Appointment length: 15 minutes, of which you can expect 5 to 8 minutes of scanning time.
Purpose of Scan: To check the presentation of the baby at the time of scanning, i.e. head down, breech or lying sideways. At 36 to 37 weeks most babies will turn into head down position.
Verbal Pregnancy Progress Report: Confirming the presentation of the baby.
You will Receive: 5 to 10 still 2D scan images and two A4 size photographs to take away on the day.
Our Guiding Principle
We provide 2D, 3D, 4D, and HD Live ultrasound scans which are primarily designed to strengthen the bond between parents and their unborn child. Over time, it has become clear that 3D ultrasounds can greatly enhance the mother-baby connection, providing psychological, emotional, and social advantages.
We believe that after experiencing a baby scan, mothers may be more motivated to take better care of themselves, which in turn benefits their baby. This can lead to healthier eating habits, increased caution in daily activities, and a reduction in alcohol and tobacco use.
For more details, please visit our 4D Scans/HD Live page.
All of our Sonographers are trained to Baby Scanning’s high standards to provide exceptional 3D/4D and HD Live scans. You can expect the same level of care in all of our clinics.
Baby Scanning only engage highly skilled 3D and 4D/HD Live obstetric sonographers. Their expertise lies in utilising advanced 4D/HD Live ultrasound technology to create dynamic, lifelike visuals that capture real-time movements, expressions, and features of the baby. Their role is in delivering a visually engaging and emotionally enriching experience for expectant parents.
These sonographers are adept at operating our sophisticated ultrasound equipment to produce clear and detailed images that reveal the foetus’s activities, such as yawning, stretching, or playing with the umbilical cord. Their skilful use of 2D/3D/4D/HD Live technology helps in creating memorable keepsakes and deepening the emotional bond between parents and their unborn child.
Ultrasound, including both 2D and 3D/4D scans, is a safe, non-invasive imaging technique that has been thoroughly studied since the 1960s and proven safe for both mothers and babies. It uses high-frequency sound waves, rather than radiation, to capture detailed images of the fetus, ensuring no harmful exposure. In 3D and 4D scans, the same type and intensity of ultrasound waves are used as in traditional 2D scans, with similar exposure levels. These scans work by emitting sound waves into the body and detecting echoes to create images. Performed by trained professionals, ultrasound remains one of the safest methods for monitoring fetal development throughout pregnancy, with decades of research showing no evidence of harm.
Our scanning modalities
2D ultrasound scans provide two-dimensional images of the foetus. It creates flat, cross-sectional images by emitting sound waves that bounce off tissues and return to the sensor. This technology is excellent for routine evaluations, such as assessing the baby’s growth and monitoring foetal heartbeats. Our 2D scans are non-diagnostic.
3D pertains to the third dimension which is depth.
3D ultrasound scans provide an advanced imaging technique that offers a three-dimensional view of the foetus, enhancing the traditional 2D ultrasound experience. Unlike 2D scans, which produce flat, cross-sectional images, 3D ultrasounds create detailed, lifelike images by combining multiple 2D pictures taken from various angles. This allows for a more comprehensive and realistic depiction of the baby’s features, including facial expressions and foetal movements.
The technology behind 3D ultrasounds involves capturing sound waves that bounce off the foetus and surrounding tissues, then processing these reflections to construct a three-dimensional image using the latest computer technology. For expectant parents, 3D ultrasounds allow for a deeper emotional connection to the pregnancy.
4D pertains to the fourth dimension which translates into the moving image of the baby.
4D ultrasound scans are an advanced imaging technique that provides real-time, three-dimensional videos of the foetus. By capturing a series of 3D images over time, 4D ultrasounds create dynamic, moving images that allow parents to see their baby’s live movements, facial expressions, and even gestures. This technology offers a highly detailed and interactive view, enhancing the connection between parents and their unborn child. Parents are amazed by how the foetus moves in ways very similar to a newborn baby. With our 4D scans, you can see the foetus smile, yawn, suck on their fingers, scratch their nose and exhibit many other behaviours of a newborn baby.
GE Voluson’s HD Live ultrasound scans stand out as the most advanced imaging technology, offering superior clarity and detail compared to traditional 4D ultrasound. This cutting-edge technology combines high-definition three-dimensional imaging with real-time 4D capabilities, resulting in exceptionally sharp and lifelike visuals of the foetus. HD Live ultrasounds deliver a dynamic and immersive experience.
The high-definition resolution of HD Live scans allows for unprecedented detail, capturing intricate features such as facial expressions, skin texture, and tiny movements with remarkable precision. This enhanced clarity not only provides a more realistic and engaging view of the baby but also facilitates a deeper emotional connection between parents and their unborn child. The technology’s ability to display subtle details in real-time makes it easier more for parents to observe and bond with their baby, offering a richer and meaningful prenatal experience.
HD Live ultrasounds represent the pinnacle of imaging technology, offering a superior and immersive visualisation that elevates the overall prenatal experience.
Our Clinics
We have baby scanning clinics in Glasgow City Centre, Glasgow South, Bearsden, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Hamilton and Kilmarnock.
Our purpose-built clinics provide a clean, professional and welcoming environment, designed with the needs of expectant parents in mind. Find your nearest clinic below, along with information for visitors travelling from surrounding areas.
Glasgow Baby Scanning Clinic (Ingram Street)
Our Glasgow City Centre clinic is accessible from Central Station and Queen Street Station, with city-centre parking options available nearby.
Travelling from nearby? Explore our information for visitors from Glasgow West End and Paisley.
Glasgow South Baby Scanning Clinic
Conveniently located just off the M77, a short drive past Silverburn Shopping Centre, our Glasgow South clinic offers free on-site parking.
Travelling from nearby? Find out more about visiting us from Shawlands, Giffnock, Clarkston and East Kilbride.
Bearsden Baby Scanning Clinic
Located on Roman Road, our Bearsden clinic welcomes families from across the surrounding area, with convenient nearby parking options.
Travelling from nearby? Explore our information for visitors from Milngavie, Anniesland, Bishopbriggs and Clydebank.
Aberdeen Baby Scanning Clinic
Situated to the west of the city centre, our Aberdeen clinic offers convenient free on-street parking nearby.
Travelling from nearby? Find out more about visiting us from Westhill, Stonehaven, Dyce and Bucksburn and Bridge of Don.
Hamilton Baby Scanning Clinic
Easily accessible just off the M74, our Hamilton clinic offers free parking for your visit.
Travelling from nearby? Explore our information for visitors from Motherwell and Wishaw, Bothwell and Uddingston, Coatbridge and Airdrie and Bellshill.
Kilmarnock Baby Scanning Clinic
Our Kilmarnock clinic welcomes families from across Ayrshire, with affordable on-street parking options nearby.
Travelling from nearby? Find out more about visiting us from Irvine, Ayr and Prestwick, Troon and Stewarton and Kilmaurs.
Edinburgh Baby Scanning Clinic
Our Edinburgh clinic welcomes expectant parents from across Edinburgh and the surrounding areas, with free on-street parking available nearby.
Travelling from nearby? Explore our information for visitors from Livingston, Corstorphine, Leith and Dunfermline.
Whichever clinic you visit, our team aims to make your experience comfortable, welcoming and memorable as you meet your baby.
Timeline
Glasgow was the birthplace of medical ultrasound in the 1960s.
Professor Ian Donald from the University of Glasgow was a pioneer in using ultrasound for obstetric purposes during that time. Working alongside engineer Tom Brown, they developed the first 3D ultrasound machine in 1976. However, it wasn't until advancements in computer technology in the early 2000s that this innovation became a part of routine prenatal care.
One of these early 3D ultrasound machines is on display at the Hunterian Museum at the University of Glasgow.
In 2005, BabyScanning® became Glasgow’s first 4D baby scan provider, making us the most experienced 2D scan, 3D scan, 4D scan and HD Live baby scanning service in the UK.
Head Office
BabyScanning Ltd
Ingram House
227 Ingram Street
Glasgow G1 1DA
Contact
T: 0141 221 2611
Booking line manned
9am to 5pm 7 days a week