What kinds of birth defects can be detected?
The doctor will look for spinal cord defects, Down syndrome, heart abnormalities, defects of the brain, skull, stomach, kidneys, intestines, and extremities, as well as any issues with the placenta or the level of amniotic fluid. Although ultrasound alone will not detect 100% of birth defects, it is an advanced, non-invasive method that reveals many of the indicators that help us decide what additional diagnostic genetic testing is necessary.
