Question

When is the fetal heart beat detectable with TVU?

a) 4-5 weeks
b) 5-6 weeks
c) 6-7 weeks
d) 7-8 weeks

Answer 1

The fetal heartbeat is detectable with Transvaginal Ultrasound (TVU) at around 6-7 weeks of pregnancy.

Step-by-step explanation:

The fetal heartbeat is detectable with Transvaginal Ultrasound (TVU) at around 6-7 weeks of pregnancy.

According to the OpenStax College website, the heart begins beating in the beginning of the fourth week of pregnancy, but the heartbeat can be detected with TVU at a later stage.

During weeks 4-5 of fetal development, the heart starts to beat, and by weeks 6-7, the heartbeat can usually be seen using TVU.