Fetal Echo Scan in Chennai – Detailed Assessment of Baby’s Heart Structure and Function
Highly accurate Fetal Echo scans performed by FMF-certified Fetal Medicine Specialist Dr. Deepthi Jammi to evaluate the baby’s heart structure, function, and rhythm.
What is a Fetal Echo Scan?
A fetal Echo scan or a fetal echocardiogram is an ultrasound scan that is carried out to monitor the baby’s heart structures, rhythm, and functioning.
It provides a detailed view of how the heart is formed and how blood flows through it, helping detect congenital heart conditions before birth.
When is a Fetal Echo Scan Done?
A fetal echo scan is ideally performed between 18–24 weeks of pregnancy. In certain cases, it may:
- Be recommended earlier
- Be repeated later for closer monitoring
Fetal Echo scan done at 25 weeks of pregnancy
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Why is a Fetal Echo Scan Done?
A Doppler scan may be recommended if:
Detect congenital heart defects early (structural abnormalities present at birth)
Evaluate abnormal findings seen in an anomaly scan or previous scans
Monitor high-risk pregnancies
Assess the baby’s heart function and rhythm
Early detection allows healthcare providers to plan for delivery and required postnatal care.
What Does a Fetal Echo Scan Check?
A fetal echo scan provides a detailed evaluation of the baby’s heart, including:
1. Heart structure:
Checks all four chambers of the heart, walls, and valves
2. Major blood vessels:
Evaluates the aorta and pulmonary artery to ensure proper connections
3. Heart rhythm
Assesses whether the baby’s heartbeat is regular and normal
4. Heart functioning:
Ensures the heart is pumping effectively
5. Blood flow patterns:
Uses Doppler to study how blood flows through the heart and vessels
6. Septum (heart walls):
Looks for any holes or defects between chambers
7. Outflow tracts:
Examines how blood exits the heart to the rest of the body
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Fetal Echo Price
Ranges between ₹3,500 - ₹5,500
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Who Needs a Fetal Echocardiogram?
While a fetal Echo scan is recommended for all pregnant mothers to assess the baby’s heart, it is crucial for those with:
High-risk pregnancies
Previous baby with heart defect
Abnormal findings in earlier scans or screening tests
Maternal health conditions, including gestational diabetes and gestational hypertension
Family history of congenital heart disease
Assisted pregnancies (IVF/ICSI)
Maternal age over 35
Early detection allows healthcare providers to plan for delivery and required postnatal care.
How Is the Fetal Echocardiography Scan Performed?
Fetal Echo is a simple, non-invasive procedure:
Abdominal route:
The patient lies comfortably on the examination table
A layer of gel is applied to the abdomen
The ultrasound probe is gently moved over the abdomen
Real-time images appear on the monitor
Doppler is used to assess heartbeat and blood flow
At Jammi Scans, Dr. Deepthi Jammi personally performs all NT Scans and interprets results. She carefully examines the baby and looks for any abnormalities. Some parents opt for a 3D NT scan to see the baby's facial features more clearly
How to Prepare?
Comfortable Clothing
Wear comfortable clothing.
Full Bladder
Keep your bladder moderately filled
No Fasting Required
You can eat and drink normally — no fasting or special preparation is required.
Limitations of Fetal Echocardiography
Minor Abnormalities May Not Detected
Small defects (like tiny holes or mild valve issues) may not be visible.
Late-Onset Conditions
Some heart conditions may develop later in pregnancy and may not be detected earlier.
FAQs
Quick answers to your most common questions.
If you are looking for the best fetal A fetal echo scan is usually done between 18–24 weeks (5th–6th month) of pregnancy. In some cases, it may be done earlier or repeated after 24 weeks.
Yes, a fetal echo scan is completely safe. It is non-invasive and uses sound waves (not radiation) to assess the baby’s heart.
Why Choose Jammi Scans for Pregnancy Ultrasound?
Specialized care, advanced technology, and compassionate expertise — all focused on your pregnancy journey.
Jammi Scans
At Jammi Scans, all scans are performed by Dr. Deepthi Jammi, an expert Fetal Medicine Specialist, ensuring high standards of accuracy and care for anomaly scans in Chennai.
Reports with in 15 mins
Accurate reports delivered the same day, with clear explanations to help parents understand every detail confidently.
Dr. Deepthi Jammi
Dr. Deepthi Jammi is an FMF-certified fetal medicine specialist (Fetal Medicine Foundation), and she ensures every single FMF protocol is followed to provide accurate results.
Accredited & Certified
Jammi Scans is NABCB-accredited and ISO 9001:2015 certified, meaning we follow the highest standards, undergo regular audits, and ensure that every scan is done precisely.
Pregnancy Ultrasound
Jammi Scans is dedicated exclusively to pregnancy ultrasound and fetal medicine.
Latest Technology
Jammi Scans employs the latest technology ultrasound machines such as the GE Voluson Expert 22 and combines it with Dr. Deepthi Jammi's expertise in fetal medicine to provide comprehensive results.
FETAL ECHO SCAN IN T. NAGAR
Jammi Scans, located in T. Nagar, is easily accessible from all major parts of Chennai. Whether by bus, train, or private transport, we are just a short distance away.
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Pregnancy Ultrasound Scans We Offer
Comprehensive fetal screening at every stage — from confirmation to final growth assessment.
An early pregnancy scan is the first ultrasound scan done to confirm pregnancy. Check the viability of the baby.
- Check the viability of the baby
- Check the baby’s position
- Count the number of babies
- Check the presence of fetal heart rate
- Estimate the baby’s due date
First-trimester screening for chromosomal abnormalities using nuchal translucency (NT) and nasal bone (NB) assessment.
- Down syndrome risk screening
- Fetal nasal bone presence
- Nuchal translucency thickness
- Ductus venosus & tricuspid flow
A detailed anatomy scan is a comprehensive scan used to evaluate fetal development and detect structural anomalies.
- Brain, face, spine & limbs
- Heart (4-chamber view)
- Stomach, kidneys, bladder
- Placenta position & cord
A growth scan is a third-trimester ultrasound that monitors the baby’s growth and development.
- Estimated fetal weight (EFW)
- Amniotic Fluid Index (AFI)
- Fetal position & movements
- Placental maturity
A fetal Doppler scan is used to assess blood flow between the mother, placenta, and baby.
- Umbilical artery PI/RI
- MCA Doppler for anemia risk
- Uterine artery notching
- Combined with Growth Scan
What Our Patients Say
Real reviews from mothers who trusted us with their pregnancy journey.
"I was very nervous about my NT scan, but Dr. Deepthi put me at ease right away. She was very patient and explained everything in a way that I could understand. The scan itself was quick and painless, and the report was very detailed. I would definitely recommend Jammi Scans to anyone."
"I went for my first scan( NT scan) here and the environment is so calm and everything was so organised. They played a video related to the scan and it says why are we doing this scan and what they will check for.Dr.Deepthi mam is very sweet and she will be doing the scan.From my first scan till last scan deepthi mam was there."
"One of the best scan center in Chennai.My wife(gomathi) NT scan done by today. Staffs are very polite and kind.whenever visitors waiting in to main hall is very neat and hygienic. Before scanning proper explanation video's showing and create importance of scan and awareness to each one of you.playing music create to very relaxing mindset.last but not the least finally main core event of scanning by Dr.Deepthi such wonderful person and expert of Handling patient and attender. Very clear explanation to scanning results."
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