Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 112889

Pregnancy: Ultrasonics

Tabled: 11 February 2026

Answered: 2 March 2026

Question

Lee Anderson

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment he has made of the potential mental impact of delays to getting an ultrasound scan on pregnant women.

Answer

Karin Smyth

Women are usually offered two ultrasound scans during their pregnancy, around weeks 12 and 20, although more may be recommended based on their health and the pregnancy. No assessment has been made of the potential mental impact of delays to getting an ult...

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