Nuchal (pronounced “NEW-kuhl”) translucency (NT) is an ultrasound that measures the amount of fluid behind the fetus's neck in the first trimester of pregnancy.

A nuchal scan or nuchal translucency (NT) scan / procedure is a sonographic prenatal screening scan (ultrasound) to detect chromosomal abnormalities in a fetus, though altered extracellular …

This leaflet is to help you understand what Nuchal Translucency (NT) is, what tests you need, and the implication of being diagnosed for you, your baby, and your family.

The fluid underneath the skin along the back of the fetus’s neck, called the nuchal translucency, or nuchal fold. In some pregnancies, when the fetus has Down syndrome, trisomy 13 or trisomy …

Jan 18, 2025 · All unborn babies have a skin fold, called a nuchal fold, at the back of the neck that holds fluid. Babies with certain genetic conditions have more fluid than normal, and the nuchal …

Nov 11, 2025 · Wondering what a nuchal translucency ultrasound is? Find out from experts what happens during this prenatal test, how to schedule an appointment and how to understand …

The nuchal (say "NEW-kuhl") translucency screening is a test done during pregnancy. It uses ultrasound to measure the thickness of the fluid buildup at the back of the developing baby's …