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PREGNANCY ULTRASOUND & BLOOD TESTS
AT A GLANCE
Pregnancy ultrasounds and associated blood tests provide valuable clinical information during early gestation and beyond. Ultrasound scans are used to confirm pregnancy viability, estimate gestational age, visualise the fetal heartbeat and assess single or multiple pregnancies.
Early gender blood tests can provide elective information when chosen. Prenatal screening like NIPT offers medically validated chromosomal information when performed from the appropriate gestational age.
PRICE
From £70
SERVICE LENGTH
From 20 minutes
SAFETY & SUITABILITY
Pregnant individuals from early gestation
CONDITIONS WE TREAT
Pregnancy viability, gestational age, early reassurance of fetal wellbeing, fetal sex determination (elective), chromosomal screening (NIPT)
PRACTITIONER
Purescan Clinical specialist sonographer
IN DEPTH
Ultrasound imaging uses high‑frequency sound waves to visualise internal structures and is widely used in pregnancy care to confirm viability, gestational age, and to assess fetal development in early pregnancy. Private early pregnancy scans performed by our qualified sonographer can be particularly valuable for parents seeking early reassurance or planning additional prenatal care, supplementing routine NHS scans.
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Blood tests such as early gender DNA tests and NIPT are conducted using blood samples and processed in certified laboratories. Early gender tests provide elective information about fetal sex, whereas NIPT offers clinically validated screening for chromosomal conditions and may also give sex information depending on laboratory reporting.
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Early Pregnancy Scan (6–14 weeks) – £80 | 20 minutes
Ultrasound to confirm pregnancy location, fetal heartbeat, gestational age, and assess for single or multiple pregnancies.
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Gender Scan (from 14 weeks) – £75 | 20 minutes
Our private gender scan is suitable for parents wishing to know the sex of their baby from 14 weeks 4 days gestation. This is performed as a 2D scan.
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Reassurance Scan (14–40 weeks) – £70 | 20 minutes
A follow‑up pregnancy scan to visualise fetal wellbeing, heartbeat, and provide reassurance through the second and third trimesters.
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Sneak Peek Early Gender Reveal & Scan – £179 | 35 minutes
Includes the early gender blood test with a clinical ultrasound scan to confirm pregnancy presence and estimate gestational age. Scan assists in confirming viability and dating.
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Sneak Peek Early Gender Reveal (Blood Test Only) – £139 | 20 minutes
A non‑invasive prenatal blood test from approximately 6 weeks gestation for early fetal sex determination. This is an elective prenatal test providing personal information about fetal sex.
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Next Day Gender Reveal Blood Test & Scan – £195 | 30 minutes
Combination of early gender blood test and ultrasound with next‑day blood result turnaround. Appointments must be Monday–Thursday before 4 pm for next‑day processing; outside this window, turnaround may be two working days. Scan confirms viability and dating.
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NIFTY (NIPT) Blood Test – £350 | 35 minutes
Non‑Invasive Prenatal Test (NIPT) for chromosomal screening, available from 10 weeks gestation. Results typically return within 5–7 working days once samples reach the processing laboratory.
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NIFTY (NIPT) Blood Test & Scan – £410 | 30 minutes
Includes NIPT screening plus a pregnancy ultrasound scan to assess viability and gestational age. Available Tuesdays and Thursdays to support timely processing of samples.
RESULTS & TIMEFRAMES
During your ultrasound scan, the sonographer will provide immediate verbal feedback and discuss any observations made during the examination.
For standard blood tests, results are typically available within 2 working days after the samples have reached the laboratory.
Next day blood tests, when booked within the designated time windows, are processed to provide results within one working day.
TREATMENT PATHWAY
Before your appointment
During your appointment
After your appoinment
Before your appointment, we recommend wearing comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that allows easy access to the abdomen and staying well hydrated to help improve scan clarity.
Please bring any relevant NHS or maternity records, previous scans or notes that may assist the sonographer and follow any specific instructions provided for blood tests.
During your appointment, the ultrasound scan will be performed while you lie comfortably, with gel applied to the abdomen. The sonographer will guide you through the procedure, explaining what is being observed and answering any questions.
For blood tests, a clinician will collect the sample using standard sterile techniques, ensuring your comfort and safety throughout.
After your appointment, you will receive verbal feedback from the sonographer regarding the ultrasound images and observations.
Blood test samples will be sent to certified laboratories and results will be communicated as agreed, with follow-up guidance provided if any clinically relevant findings are identified.
You may be advised to liaise with your GP or maternity care provider for further support or investigation if required.