Fetal Age

Fetal age is the period of development of the fetus in the womb, which can be determined based on various indicators, such as the size of the fetus, its weight, the presence of certain structures, etc.

Determining the age of the fetus is an important step in the diagnosis of many diseases and pathologies of pregnancy. For example, when screening for Down syndrome, the age of the fetus can be used to determine the risk of having a child with this pathology. Also, the age of the fetus can be used to determine the duration of pregnancy and predict its outcome.

There are several methods for determining the age of the fetus. One of the most common is ultrasound examination, which allows you to determine the size of the fetus and its weight. Other methods such as amniocentesis, cordocentesis and chorionic villus sampling are also used.

Fetal age can be determined based on several factors, including fetal head size, femur length, abdominal diameter, and other indicators. However, each method has its limitations and may not always provide an accurate estimate of the age of the fetus.

In general, determining the age of the fetus is important for the diagnosis and treatment of many diseases and conditions of pregnancy. It can help the doctor determine the risk of having a child with a pathology and develop a treatment plan, as well as help the woman decide whether to terminate the pregnancy or continue it.