How To Tell Where The Placenta Is On Ultrasound? Key Facts

how to tell where the placenta is on ultrasound

During a pregnancy ultrasound, the sonographer can see exactly where the placenta has attached to the uterine wall. The location is determined by scanning the entire uterus in multiple planes and identifying the thick, echogenic (bright) structure that connects to the uterine lining. The sonographer will typically tell you the position—such as anterior (front), posterior … Read more