Private Anomaly / Anatomy Pregnancy Scan London

An anomaly or anatomy pregnancy scan is a detailed mid-pregnancy ultrasound that reviews your baby’s growth, major body structures, placenta position and amniotic fluid. It is commonly known as the 20-week scan.

London Private Ultrasound offers this scan between 18 and 24 weeks of pregnancy. Many routine anatomy scans are performed around 19 to 23 weeks, when fetal structures are usually large enough to assess in detail.

The Private Anomaly / Anatomy Pregnancy Scan is £199. The price includes the ultrasound assessment, verbal explanation within the sonographer’s scope of practice, representative digital images and a same-day report.

No. You can book directly without a GP or midwife referral. Please bring any pregnancy notes, previous scan reports, screening results or hospital letters if you have them.

The sonographer performs a systematic review of fetal anatomy, including the head and brain, spine, face where visible, heart views, stomach, kidneys, bladder, limbs and abdominal wall. Growth measurements, placenta position and amniotic fluid are also assessed.

The scan is designed to look for signs of major structural concerns and follows the principles of a mid-pregnancy anatomy review. It is a screening scan, not a guarantee that every condition will be detected.

No. No ultrasound scan can detect every fetal abnormality. Some conditions are subtle, develop later, are affected by fetal position, or may not be visible on ultrasound at the time of the appointment.

Optional fetal sex confirmation can usually be offered on request if the baby’s position allows. It cannot be guaranteed because visibility depends on fetal position, gestation and image quality.

It is a private detailed anatomy scan performed during the same general mid-pregnancy window. It does not replace NHS antenatal care, routine midwife appointments or any hospital follow-up recommended by your NHS team.

Yes, many patients book privately if they have missed, delayed or want additional reassurance around the anatomy scan. If a concern is identified, appropriate follow-up or referral advice will be discussed.

The appointment length can vary depending on fetal position, image quality and how easily structures can be visualised. Please allow enough time for the scan, explanation and reporting process.

The scan is performed transabdominally, on top of the tummy. A comfortably filled bladder can help improve visibility, especially earlier in the scan window.

Diagnostic pregnancy ultrasound uses sound waves rather than ionising radiation. It is widely used in antenatal care when performed appropriately by trained ultrasound clinicians.

Sometimes the baby’s position makes certain views difficult. The sonographer may ask you to move, walk briefly, empty or partially fill your bladder, or recommend a repeat or follow-up scan if key views cannot be obtained.

Yes. Representative digital images are included where image quality allows. The purpose of the appointment remains a clinical anatomy assessment rather than a keepsake-only scan.

Yes. A digital report with relevant images is normally emailed to you on the same day as your appointment.

Yes, one companion can usually attend with you. Please contact the clinic in advance if you would like to bring more than one person or have accessibility requirements.

The sonographer will explain the finding within their scope of practice and recommend appropriate next steps. This may include repeat ultrasound, GP or midwife communication, specialist fetal medicine referral, or urgent assessment depending on the finding.

Yes. The scan includes assessment of placenta location and amniotic fluid volume as part of the wider mid-pregnancy review.

Seek urgent medical advice or attend maternity triage if you have heavy bleeding, severe pain, reduced fetal movements later in pregnancy, fever, collapse, or symptoms your midwife or doctor has told you require urgent assessment.