{"id":1590,"date":"2026-02-22T11:08:40","date_gmt":"2026-02-22T11:08:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ehl.designbrains.be\/13-week-ultrasound\/"},"modified":"2026-08-07T12:40:45","modified_gmt":"2026-08-07T12:40:45","slug":"13-week-ultrasound","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ehl.designbrains.be\/en\/13-week-ultrasound\/","title":{"rendered":"13-week ultrasound"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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The 13-week ultrasound<\/b><\/span><\/p>

After the dating scan with your midwife, you can make an appointment with us for the medical 13-week scan . This scan is performed as part of a nationwide scientific study: the IMITAS study . <\/strong><\/p>

You choose where you want to have this ultrasound performed: at Echocentrum het Lichtpunt or in the hospital. We are happy to guide you through this special examination and take the time to carefully inform you about it. <\/strong><\/p>

During the 13-week ultrasound, your baby is still small. Therefore, the focus is primarily on examining serious physical abnormalities that may be visible at that time. Fortunately, these abnormalities are rare: 96% of children develop healthily. <\/p>

Approximately six weeks later, you can have the 20-week ultrasound performed. Your baby is larger by then, making more physical details visible and the examination more extensive. <\/p>

The 13-week and 20-week ultrasounds complement each other and do not replace one another. Both examinations are intended to detect possible physical abnormalities early. Participation is voluntary. You decide for yourself whether to have the ultrasound performed, what to do with the results, and whether you wish to undergo any follow-up examinations. <\/p>

Would you like to know more about the 13-week ultrasound? On the RIVM website, you will find comprehensive information about the examination and the options.Wil je meer weten over de 13 wekenecho? Op de website<\/a> van het RIVM <\/span> vind je uitgebreide informatie over het onderzoek en de mogelijkheden. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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To perform the 13-week ultrasound, Echocentrum het Lichtpunt has an agreement with the Regional Centre for Prenatal Screening (MUMC+). This official population screening is coordinated by the National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM). <\/p>

Echocentrum het Lichtpunt operates in accordance with national quality guidelines and has therefore been a recognized and reliable partner in prenatal screening for 20 years. No adverse effects on mother and child are known from the use of ultrasound equipment. <\/p>

You choose Echocentrum het Lichtpunt because of our expertise and warm commitment. Our team of qualified sonographers and practice assistants cater to your wishes. Upon entering, you immediately experience the tranquillity and relaxed atmosphere of our luxurious ambiance in the historic centre of Nuth. <\/p>

You will receive a professional medical ultrasound performed in a personal manner. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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The 13-week ultrasound is a medical examination and must be performed between 12 weeks and 3 days and 14 weeks and 3 days.<\/p>\n

The midwife determines the exact due date early in your pregnancy using a dating scan. Once the due date is known, and you opt for the 13-week scan, the midwife will create a digital referral. You can then contact Echocentrum het Lichtpunt to schedule an appointment for the 13-week scan. If you would also like to schedule the 20-week scan with us, it is possible to make both appointments at the same time. <\/p>\n

You are very welcome with your partner. (If they are unable to attend, you may bring one adult.) It is not permitted to bring children to the 13-week and 20-week ultrasounds. <\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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With the 13-week<\/b> ultrasound, you can have your baby examined early in pregnancy to see if it might have serious physical abnormalities. Fortunately, these abnormalities are rare (approximately 5%), but they can sometimes be serious and have consequences for your baby’s health during or shortly after birth. <\/p>

Because your baby is still very small during the 13-week ultrasound, the options are limited. If there are indications that something is not developing properly, it is valuable to know this as early as possible. This gives you and your partner the opportunity to discuss appropriate guidance and any follow-up examinations in a timely manner. <\/p>

During the 13-week ultrasound, the sonographer assesses, among other things:<\/p>