“Nuchal translucency is the normal fluid-filled subcutaneous space identified at the back of the fetal neck during the late first trimester and early second trimester (11 weeks 3 days to 13 weeks 6 days).

It should not be confused with the nuchal fold, which is seen in the second trimester.” [Source]

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