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How long is the first trimester ultrasound scan?

By Marta Barranquero Gómez B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist).
Last Update: 03/02/2023

The general duration of the first ultrasound of pregnancy is approximately 30 minutes, although it will depend on the position of the foetus.

If the foetus is not in a suitable position, it will make it difficult to see the foetus and measure the nuchal translucency, for example

 Marta Barranquero Gómez
Marta Barranquero Gómez
B.Sc., M.Sc.
Embryologist
Graduated in Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences by the University of Valencia (UV) and specialized in Assisted Reproduction by the University of Alcalá de Henares (UAH) in collaboration with Ginefiv and in Clinical Genetics by the University of Alcalá de Henares (UAH).
License: 3316-CV
Embryologist. Graduated in Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences by the University of Valencia (UV) and specialized in Assisted Reproduction by the University of Alcalá de Henares (UAH) in collaboration with Ginefiv and in Clinical Genetics by the University of Alcalá de Henares (UAH). License: 3316-CV.