Dr. Pansare Diagnostic Centre

Patient Information

Understanding Your Scans, One Step at a Time.

Clear, practical information to help you understand your pregnancy scans, diagnostic examinations, screening tests, and what to expect before, during, and after your visit.

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Dr. Sandeep Pansare performing an examination at the centre

Real Clinical Environment

Information You Can Trust. Care You Can Understand.

Medical examinations can come with many questions. What is the scan for? When is it performed? What does the doctor look for? How should you prepare? What can the examination tell you — and what can it not tell you?

Our Patient Information Centre brings these questions together in one place, with simple explanations designed to help patients feel more informed and prepared.

Educational information is here to support your conversation with your doctor — not replace individual medical advice.

The ultrasound console at the centre, with a 3D image on the monitor
An ultrasound examination room at the centre

The Examination
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The Pregnancy Journey

Your Pregnancy Scan Journey

Pregnancy scans are performed at different stages for different reasons. Understanding what each examination is designed to assess can make the journey easier to follow.

  1. Viability & Dating Scan

    An early pregnancy scan used to assess the location and development of the pregnancy and help establish important early information.

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    A scanning room at the centre, with a 3D image of a baby on the monitor

  2. First-Trimester / NT Scan

    A first-trimester assessment that includes measurement of the nuchal translucency and evaluation appropriate to this stage of pregnancy.

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  3. Detailed Anatomy / Anomaly Scan

    A detailed examination of fetal anatomy, performed at the appropriate stage of pregnancy to assess structures and development.

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    A three-dimensional ultrasound image of a baby displayed on the scanner at the centre

  4. Fetal Cardiac Scan

    A focused examination of the fetal heart and cardiac structures when this assessment is advised.

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  5. Fetal Wellbeing / Growth Scan

    An assessment used later in pregnancy to evaluate growth and aspects of fetal wellbeing.

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    A Colour Doppler study displayed on the ultrasound system at the centre

Not every pregnancy involves every examination. Which scans are appropriate, and when, is decided by your treating doctor.

From Image to Anatomy

What Does the Doctor Look For?

A scan is more than a picture. The doctor assesses specific anatomical structures and clinical findings according to the type and purpose of the examination.

Ultrasound imaging displayed on the monitor above the console at the centre

Diagnostic Ultrasound Image

Which areas are included depends on the examination being performed and your doctor’s advice.

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Screening & Testing

Screening & Testing, Explained Clearly

Screening and diagnostic testing are not the same thing. Understanding the difference can help you have a clearer conversation with your doctor about which tests may be appropriate.

  1. Understanding Aneuploidy ScreeningLearn what screening means, what it can assess, and how screening differs from diagnostic testing.Explore
  2. First-Trimester ScreeningUnderstand the role of first-trimester assessment and how different pieces of information may be considered together.Explore
  3. Double MarkerLearn about the Double Marker test and the information it contributes to first-trimester screening.Explore
  4. Diagnostic TestingUnderstand how diagnostic testing differs from screening and when further assessment may be discussed.Explore
  5. AmniocentesisLearn what amniocentesis involves and why it may be considered in some pregnancies.Explore
  6. CVSUnderstand chorionic villus sampling and its role as a diagnostic test when advised.Explore

Have a question about any of these topics? Message the centre and our team can guide you.

Your Visit

Know What to Expect

Knowing what happens before, during, and after an examination can make your visit feel simpler and more comfortable.

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Before Your Scan

What you should know before arriving, including any preparation relevant to your examination.

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During Your Scan

A simple explanation of what happens during an examination and why the doctor may take time to assess different areas.

Understand the Examination
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After Your Scan

Understand what happens after the examination and how your findings are discussed or followed up.

What Happens Next

When Further Assessment May Be Needed

Sometimes an examination may lead to a recommendation for additional assessment. Further evaluation does not by itself mean that something is wrong — your doctor can explain why it has been advised in your case.

Every Scan Has a Purpose — and Limitations

Ultrasound and other diagnostic examinations provide important clinical information, but no examination can answer every question.

What a Scan Can Show

  • Information relevant to the examination being performed
  • Anatomical structures appropriate to the scan
  • Measurements and observations used by the doctor
  • Findings that may require further assessment

What a Scan Cannot Tell You

  • Every possible health condition
  • Everything about future development
  • Information outside the purpose or limitations of the examination
  • A substitute for individual medical assessment

Your doctor can explain what your particular examination means in the context of your individual care.

Patient Handbook

Healthy & Practical Guidance

Useful information to help you prepare for your visit, understand your examinations, and make informed conversations with your healthcare team easier.

  1. Preparing for Your VisitPractical guidance for getting ready for your examination.Read
  2. Keeping Your Records OrganizedHelpful guidance on keeping relevant reports and previous examination information available for your healthcare team.Read
  3. Questions to Ask at Your AppointmentA practical checklist to help you prepare for your conversation with your doctor.Read
  4. Understanding Your ReportsGeneral guidance on reading reports while remembering that individual findings should be discussed with your doctor.Read
  5. When to Ask Your DoctorUnderstand when questions or concerns should be discussed directly with your healthcare provider.Read
  6. General Pregnancy & Child Health GuidancePlain-language explanations of how ultrasound is used through pregnancy.Read

Have a question about any of these topics? Message the centre and our team can guide you.

Preparing for Your Visit

  • Carry your doctor's referral, previous reports and any earlier scan images.
  • Preparation such as a full bladder or fasting depends on the examination.
  • Instructions specific to your scan are shared when your appointment is confirmed.
  • Tell our team if you are or may be pregnant before any X-ray examination.

The Diagnostic Archive

See the Science Behind the Examination

Understanding is easier when you can see what is involved. Explore selected images from our clinical environment, diagnostic equipment, examinations, and educational materials.

Inside Dr. Pansare Diagnostic Centre, looking towards the reception

Inside the Diagnostic Centre

The digital X-ray room at the centre

Clinical Equipment · Digital X-Ray

Dr. Pramila Sandeep Pansare at her consulting desk at the centre

Inside the Centre · Pediatrics

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Inside the Centre · Waiting Area

The consulting room at the centre, where scans are explained to patients

Patient Education

Appointment Notes

Questions You May Want to Ask

Every patient’s situation is different. These questions can help you prepare for a more informed conversation with your doctor.

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  1. What is this examination designed to assess?
  2. Why has this examination been advised?
  3. Is there anything I need to do before the examination?
  4. What happens after the examination?
  5. Is further assessment recommended?
  6. What should I discuss with my treating doctor?

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The Diagnostic Index

Looking for a Specific Examination?

Explore the diagnostic services available at Dr. Pansare Diagnostic Centre.

  1. Sonography & 3D/4DExplore
  2. Colour DopplerExplore
  3. Digital X-RayExplore
  4. PathologyExplore
  5. Pediatric CareExplore

Next Step

Have Questions About Your Examination?

If you are unsure about your next step, our team can help you understand how to proceed.

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For medical concerns or interpretation of individual findings, please speak directly with your doctor or healthcare provider.

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