If youre pregnant in England youll be offered an ultrasound scan at around 10 to 14 weeks of pregnancy. This is called the dating scan. Its used to see how far along in your pregnancy you are and check your babys development. The scan may also be part of a screening test for Downs syndrome.

When do you get your first scan when pregnant?

First trimester pregnancy scan Your partner will be offered her first ultrasound scan at 6-12 weeks of pregnancy. This scan: checks that your baby is growing in the right place – that is, inside the womb. checks that your baby is developing as expected.