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When is cardiac activity noted on pregnancy ultrasound?

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Dr. Bruce J. Stringer answered

Specializes in Radiology

6-7 weeks: On a transvaginal ultrasound, fetal heart activity can be visualized around 6.5 weeks after the lmp. On a trans-abdominal exam activity will usually be seen between 7-8 weeks depending on patient size and uterine position.

Dr Klein agreed

Answered 9/11/2013

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6-7 weeks: A heartbeat is usually detected between 6-7 weeks on the transvaginal sonogram.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 3/1/2019

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