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EDD NHS (Estimated Due Date according to NHS guidelines) is calculated by adding 266 days to the known conception date. This method provides an accurate estimate of the expected delivery date based on the actual date of conception.
The calculator uses the NHS standard formula:
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Explanation: This calculation method is particularly accurate when the exact conception date is known, providing a reliable estimate for pregnancy planning and prenatal care.
Details: Accurate due date estimation is crucial for proper prenatal care, monitoring fetal development, planning maternity leave, and preparing for delivery. The NHS method using conception date is one of the most precise calculation methods available.
Tips: Enter the exact conception date in the date picker. The calculator will automatically compute the estimated due date by adding 266 days. Ensure the conception date is accurate for the most reliable result.
Q1: Why 266 days specifically?
A: 266 days represents the average gestation period from conception to delivery, based on extensive medical research and NHS clinical guidelines.
Q2: How accurate is this calculation method?
A: When the exact conception date is known, this method is highly accurate. It's more precise than calculations based on the last menstrual period.
Q3: What if I don't know my exact conception date?
A: If the conception date is unknown, use an LMP (Last Menstrual Period) based calculator which adds 280 days from the first day of your last period.
Q4: Does this account for variations in pregnancy length?
A: While 266 days is the average, full-term pregnancies can range from 259-287 days. This calculation provides the most probable due date.
Q5: Is this method used by NHS healthcare providers?
A: Yes, this is a standard calculation method used by NHS midwives and obstetricians when the conception date is reliably known.