A unit of Dr. Sengottayan Hospital

KARU Advanced Centre for Fetal Care and Therapy

Every heartbeat, seen clearly.

Karu (கரு) means “embryo” or “womb” in Tamil — the very beginning of life.

KARU is our dedicated centre for fetal medicine — the care of babies before they are born. From your first scan to the most complex pregnancy, our fetal medicine specialist uses advanced ultrasound, precise testing and, when needed, treatment in the womb to give your baby the best possible start.

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FMF (UK) accredited

NT and anomaly scans performed to international Fetal Medicine Foundation standards.

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Internationally trained

Fetal interventions training in Singapore and advanced fetoscopy training in Belgium.

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Answers you understand

Every scan ends with a clear explanation and time for your questions.

What we treat

Care for your baby, at every stage.

Early pregnancy & NT scan

Dating, viability and first-trimester screening (11–14 weeks).

Anomaly (TIFFA) scan

A detailed check of your baby’s development at 18–22 weeks.

Growth & Doppler scans

Monitoring baby’s growth, fluid and blood flow in later pregnancy.

Twin & multiple pregnancy

Specialised surveillance for twins, including complications unique to twins.

Prenatal testing

Amniocentesis and CVS with pre- and post-test counselling.

Fetal therapy

Selected procedures to treat certain conditions while the baby is still in the womb.

Your visit

What to expect,
step by step.

  1. 1

    Book your scan

    Call or WhatsApp with your weeks of pregnancy and we will suggest the right scan and time.

  2. 2

    Bring your records

    Previous scan reports, blood test results and your antenatal card help us compare progress.

  3. 3

    Your scan

    A calm, unhurried scan with explanation as we go. Your partner is welcome.

  4. 4

    Clear next steps

    A written report, a plan, and coordination with your obstetrician.

Your specialists

The team at KARU.

FAQs

Good questions to ask.

Do I need a referral?

No. You can book directly. If you have an obstetrician, we will share our findings with them.

When should I have the NT scan?

Between 11 weeks and 13 weeks 6 days of pregnancy. Call us early so we can schedule it in the right window.

Is a fetal medicine scan safe for my baby?

Yes. Ultrasound has been used safely in pregnancy for decades. We follow international safety guidelines for every scan.

Book your scan with KARU.

Call or WhatsApp with your weeks of pregnancy and we’ll suggest the right scan and a convenient time.