I think
both scans are a must for pregnant women. The initial TVS would determine fetal
heartbeat as well as see the most accurate fetal age. The CAS on the other hand
would show more than the gender as it can detect any abnormality on baby’s
health from the start. I think the CAS is essential for the peace of mind of
the mom who wants to make sure that everything is fine with the baby.
My OB
initially referred me to St Lukes Medical Center for the CAS, but at the last
minute she mentioned that I can also go to Capitol Medical
Center
So I
inquired the rates for congenital anomaly scan of the two hospitals and found
out that Capitol charges Php2,110 for it while the fee at St. Lukes is
Php2,900. You need to set an appointment for the CAS at St. Lukes because they
say slots are limited. Meanwhile, one can go anytime at Capitol for the CAS
because it is on a first come, fist served basis. The CAS at Capitol is open
from Monday to Saturday from 9am to 4pm.
I wasn’t
able to set an appointment at St Lukes and rates are lower at Capitol so I
chose Capitol. My husband and I went there one Saturday. We arrived around 9:45
am and I am already the 7th people in line. We got to finish
everything we had to do there at around 12:30 pm. Yes, too bad their system and
procedure is pretty slow plus the staff is not so friendly. I think choosing St
Lukes would have been a better decision.
The
Capitol should improve their overall services because even waiting for an
elevator ride can take a while. It just makes me glad I am not going to give
birth there. Anyway, I am just glad that the scan showed that everything is
well with the baby. That is what matters and so any irritation I felt that day
was quickly washed away.
