Ultrasound Pregnancy Dating:
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The Pregnancy Weeks Calculator By Ultrasound estimates gestational age based on ultrasound measurements. It provides accurate dating of pregnancy using various ultrasound parameters and biometric measurements.
The calculator uses ultrasound measurement data:
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Explanation: The calculation converts ultrasound biometric measurements into estimated gestational age using established formulas and reference charts.
Details: Ultrasound dating is crucial for accurate pregnancy assessment, determining expected delivery date, monitoring fetal growth, and identifying potential complications.
Tips: Enter ultrasound measurement in weeks. Ensure measurements are taken from appropriate ultrasound parameters and follow standard measurement protocols.
Q1: What ultrasound parameters are used for dating?
A: Common parameters include Crown-Rump Length (CRL) in first trimester, and Biparietal Diameter (BPD), Head Circumference (HC), Abdominal Circumference (AC), Femur Length (FL) in second trimester.
Q2: How accurate is ultrasound dating?
A: First trimester dating is most accurate (±5-7 days), while second trimester dating accuracy decreases to ±10-14 days, and third trimester to ±21-30 days.
Q3: When is ultrasound dating most reliable?
A: Ultrasound dating is most reliable in the first trimester (7-13 weeks) using Crown-Rump Length measurements.
Q4: Can ultrasound dating replace LMP dating?
A: Yes, when there's discrepancy between LMP and ultrasound dating, ultrasound dating is generally preferred, especially if the difference is more than 5-7 days in first trimester.
Q5: Are there limitations to ultrasound dating?
A: Accuracy decreases with advancing gestational age, and may be affected by fetal position, maternal factors, and equipment quality.