Qur'an & Sonogram: Episode 2

This episode of Qur'an & Sonogram discusses how an ultrasound can be used to assess the gestational age of a fetus by looking at the development of different anatomical structures.

The episode starts by looking at an early transvaginal ultrasound image at 5 weeks where only a small embryo with a beating heart are visible.

The discussion then moves to a later ultrasound image (around 9-11 weeks) where the fetus is more developed. The presence of a yolk sac and the size of the fetus help determine the gestational age. Other visible structures include the umbilical cord and the ventricles of the brain.

The episode concludes by explaining how the fetus develops from a simple sac to a complex structure with recognizable features. It highlights the importance of observing changing forms to assess development and potential abnormalities.