Private Baby Scans near Bathgate and Linlithgow
Private Baby Scans near Bathgate and Linlithgow
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Our Edinburgh clinic in South Gyle clinic provides a comfortable setting for private pregnancy scans, with convenient access for patients travelling from Bathgate, Linlithgow and surrounding areas.
Our Edinburgh clinic offers a range of private pregnancy scans to suit different stages and reasons for booking. From early pregnancy and reassurance scans to gender appointments and enhanced 3D, 4D and HD Live imaging, you can choose the scan that best suits what you’re looking for.
Travelling to Our Edinburgh Clinic from Bathgate and Linlithgow
If you’re travelling from Bathgate or Linlithgow, our South Gyle clinic is easily accessible by both car and public transport. The clinic provides a comfortable space for your appointment, and you’re welcome to attend with your partner, family members or friends.
For those driving, free on-street parking can be found nearby. Your booking confirmation will include the clinic address, appointment information and any preparation you may need to follow before your scan.
Both Bathgate and Linlithgow have direct train services to Edinburgh Park, the nearest railway station to our clinic.
When booking, simply select our Edinburgh clinic to see the available appointments and choose a date and time that works for you.
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Our Edinburgh clinic uses the GE Voluson S8, a 2022 ultrasound system designed to support a range of private pregnancy scans. Alongside standard 2D imaging, the system includes additional imaging functions that can be used depending on the type of scan and stage of pregnancy.
Our sonographers adjust the equipment and settings throughout each appointment to suit the examination and the views available. As the clinic operates five days a week, the system is used across a wide range of pregnancy scans.
Ultrasound images can vary from one appointment to another. Your stage of pregnancy, your baby’s position and movement, and the viewing angle can all affect what can be seen. Our sonographers will make appropriate adjustments during your scan to help achieve clear images where possible.
Bathgate, Linlithgow and Nearby Areas:
Bathgate, Linlithgow, Boghall, Bridgend, Philpstoun, Blackburn, Torphichen
Scan Details
Time Frame: This scan is most effective between 6 to 10 weeks of pregnancy, earlier than abdominal scans.
Appointment length: Approximately 15 minutes, with 2 to 4 minutes dedicated to scanning time.
Purpose of Scan: To confirm a viable intrauterine pregnancy, detecting the presence of a foetal heartbeat, and determining the number of embryos (e.g., single, twins, or more).
You will receive: High-resolution 2D images, sent directly via email
*No Gender determination at this stage.
Time Frame: This can be carried out from 8 to 14 weeks
Appointment length: 15 minutes, of which you can expect 4 to 10 minutes of scanning time.
Purpose of Scan: to confirm an on-going intra-uterine pregnancy and to check that there is a foetal heart beat. The presence of 1, 2 or more babies can be established.
You will receive: Multiple 2D scan images sent by email.
*No Gender determination at this stage.
Time frame: Available from 14 to 24 weeks Gestation.
Appointment length: 15 minutes, of which you can expect 5 to 10 minutes of scanning time.
Purpose of the Scan: The purpose of the scan is to measure the foetus, help determine the gestational age and the expected due date. The primary goal is to ensure the pregnancy is on track and to estimate when you’re likely to give birth.
Verbal Pregnancy Progress Report: Confirming that the growth of your baby is in line with your gestation.
You will receive: Multiple 2D scan images sent by email.
*Please ensure you are at least 8 weeks gestation.
Time frame: Available from 16 to 24 weeks Gestation.
Appointment length: 15 minutes, of which you can expect 5 minutes of scanning time.
Purpose of the Scan: Gender Confirmation, Check the wellbeing of the foetus, heartbeat and amniotic fluid.
Verbal Pregnancy Progress Report: Confirming that the growth of your baby is in line with your gestation.
You will receive: 5 to 10 still 2D scan images, sent by email.
*Please ensure you are at least 16 weeks gestation.
Time frame: Available from 18 to 23 weeks Gestation.
Appointment length: 20 minutes, of which you can expect 5 to 10 minutes of scanning time.
Purpose of the Scan: Gender determination and HD Live imaging.
Verbal Pregnancy Progress Report: Confirming that the growth of your baby is in line with your gestation.
You will Receive: A selection of 4D and HD Live images and short video clips by email. Two A4 size photographs to take away on the day.
*If HD Live imaging is not successful you will be charged for the 2D gender scan
Time frame: Available from 24 to 32 weeks gestation.
Appointment length: 15 minutes, of which you can expect 5 to 8 minutes of scanning time.
Purpose of the Scan: To check the well-being of the foetus, heartbeat, amniotic fluid. Foetal growth and estimated weight.
Verbal Pregnancy Progress Report: Confirming that the growth of your baby is in line with your gestation.
You will Receive: 5 to 10 still 2D scan images and two A4 size photographs to take away on the day.
*Gender Confirmation if required.
Time frame: 26 to 32 weeks gestation
Appointment length: 20 minutes, of which you can expect 5 to 10 minutes of scanning time
Purpose of Scan: To allow family and friends to bond with the baby before it is born
Verbal Pregnancy Progress Report: Confirming that the growth of your baby is in line with your gestation.
You will Receive: 5 to 10 still 3D scan images and two A4 size 3D scan photographs to take away on the day.
*Gender determination optional on request
At this stage in pregnancy the foetus behaves in a similar manner to a newborn baby. With 3D and 4D baby scan technology you can see the foetus smile, yawn, suck on his or her fingers, scratch his or her nose and exhibit many other behaviours of a newborn baby.
Time frame: 26 to 32 weeks gestation.
The ideal time frame to book this scan is when mothers are 26 to 28 weeks gestation so you can be called back for a free rescan if the images obtained are unsatisfactory.
Appointment length: 20 minutes, of which you can expect 5 to 8 minutes of scanning time
Purpose of Scan: To allow family and friends to bond with the baby before it is born
Verbal Pregnancy Progress Report: Confirming that the growth of your baby is in line with your gestation.
You will Receive: A selection of 4D and HD Live images and short video clips by email. Two 3D scan A4 size photographs to take away on the day.
*Gender determination optional on request
At this stage in pregnancy the foetus behaves in a similar manner to a newborn baby. With 3D and 4D baby scan technology you can see the foetus smile, yawn, suck on his or her fingers, scratch his or her nose and exhibit many other behaviours of a newborn baby.
It’s your time, it’s your sonographer, it’s your say
This is our interactive scanning package allowing parents to choose the parts of the baby they want to view. It involves scanning of the areas the parents have specified by the sonographer to capture the engrossing images of the baby. It also includes the essentials of our 4D scan/ HD Live scan Package. We will aim to provide with 2 to 5 min of video clips.
Time frame: 26 to 32 weeks gestation
The ideal time frame to book this scan is when mothers are 26 to 28 weeks gestation so you can be called back for a free rescan if the images obtained are unsatisfactory.
Appointment length: 30 minutes, of which you can expect 8 to 15 minutes of tailored scanning time allowing you to see the most captivating features of the new addition to your family
Purpose of Scan: To allow family and friends to bond with the baby before it is born. This involves a tailored experience from the sonographer, allowing you to see and capture images of your preference. This package is designed to give you a long duration of scanning time to let you view your baby at your leisure
Verbal Pregnancy Progress Report: Confirming that the growth of your baby is in line with your gestation.
You will Receive: A selection of 4D and HD Live images and short video clips by email. Four 3D scan A4 size photographs to take away on the day.
*Gender determination optional on request
At this stage in pregnancy the foetus behaves in a similar manner to a newborn baby. With 3D and 4D baby scan technology you can see the foetus smile, yawn, suck on his or her fingers, scratch his or her nose and exhibit many other behaviours of a newborn baby.
Time frame: Available from 34 weeks to 40 weeks
Appointment length: 15 minutes, of which you can expect 5 to 8 minutes of scanning time.
Purpose of Scan: To check the presentation of the baby at the time of scanning, i.e. head down, breech or lying sideways. At 36 to 37 weeks most babies will turn into head down position.
Verbal Pregnancy Progress Report: Confirming the presentation of the baby.
You will Receive: 5 to 10 still 2D scan images and two A4 size photographs to take away on the day.
Time frame: From 7 weeks of pregnancy.
Appointment length: 20 minutes
Purpose of Test: To determine your baby’s gender using a simple maternal blood sample with an accuracy of 99.9 percent.
Results delivered within 3 to 5 working days after the sample reaches the laboratory.
Available at Glasgow City Centre and Glasgow South Clinics
Time frame: 10+ weeks gestation.
The ideal time frame is 10 to 13 weeks gestation.
Appointment length: 20 minutes
Purpose of Test: To screen for Trisomy 21 (Down’s syndrome), Trisomy 18 (Edward’s syndrome), Trisomy 13 (Patau’s syndrome) and abnormalities within the sex chromosomes (X or Y chromosomes)
You will receive: Results will be available after 7 to 10 days.
Available at Glasgow City Centre and Glasgow South Clinics
Choosing Your Pregnancy Scan
Our Edinburgh clinic provides a selection of private pregnancy scans, from early and reassurance appointments to gender scans and enhanced 3D, 4D and HD Live imaging.
Each scan is suitable for different stages of pregnancy and includes specific checks or features. Browse the options below to find out when each appointment can be booked and what’s included.
Early Pregnancy Scans
An early pregnancy scan allows you to see your developing pregnancy and provides some initial information about what can be seen at the time of your appointment. Where visibility allows, your sonographer may check the location of the pregnancy, look for cardiac activity and see whether more than one embryo is present.
The method used will depend on how far along you are and which approach is most appropriate. Earlier scans may be carried out transvaginally, while an abdominal scan may be suitable as the pregnancy develops.
Read our Early Pregnancy Scan guide to check the available options and timings.
Reassurance Scan
A reassurance scan offers an additional look at your baby between routine maternity appointments. Your sonographer will carry out checks suited to your stage of pregnancy, which may include checking cardiac activity and taking measurements.
This appointment complements your NHS maternity care rather than replacing it.
See our Reassurance Scan page for appointment details.
Gender Scan
Available from 16 weeks, this scan lets you see your baby and find out their sex. Your sonographer will carry out checks appropriate to your stage of pregnancy and attempt to obtain a clear view for identification.
Digital 2D images are provided after your appointment. Your baby’s position and movement can affect visibility, so sex identification cannot be guaranteed.
Explore our Gender Scan appointments.
HD Live Gender Scan
Combine gender identification with enhanced images of your baby using HD Live ultrasound. This scan offers a more detailed view of their developing features while your sonographer attempts to identify their sex.
The images available will depend on factors such as your stage of pregnancy, your baby’s position and movement.
View the HD Live Gender Scan package for timings and inclusions.
Growth Scan
Later in pregnancy, a growth scan looks at your baby’s size and development. Your sonographer will take measurements to estimate their weight and may also check their heartbeat and amniotic fluid levels.
The results provide a snapshot of your baby’s growth and wellbeing at the time of the appointment.
Find out more about our Growth Scan service.
3D, 4D and HD Live Scans
Our enhanced imaging scans offer different ways to see your baby before birth. 3D ultrasound creates detailed still images, while 4D and HD Live can capture movement and developing features in real time.
Your appointment may include photographs, video clips or both, depending on the scan selected. The views available can vary with your baby’s position, movement and stage of pregnancy.
Compare our 3D Scan Picture Package, 4D / HD Live Scan Package and Interactive 4D / HD Live Scan Package.
Presentation Scan
A presentation scan is carried out later in pregnancy to establish your baby’s position in the womb. Your sonographer will check whether they are head down, bottom down or lying across the womb.
The appointment gives you a record of your baby’s position at that point in pregnancy, which can be shared with your midwife or maternity team as part of your ongoing care.
Read the Presentation Scan guide for booking information.
Head Office
BabyScanning Ltd
Ingram House
227 Ingram Street
Glasgow G1 1DA
Contact
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