Free RDCS Fetal Echo Exam Prep
RDCS Fetal Echocardiography (ARDMS)
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Normal Fetal Cardiac Anatomy & DevelopmentYou are here
Master embryologic heart development (tubular heart, looping, septation), normal fetal circulation (shunts and flow patterns), and standard imaging views (four-chamber, outflow tracts, three-vessel view).
Congenital Heart Disease Detection
Study critical CHD lesions: VSD, TGA, TOF, HLHS, coarctation, AVSD, pulmonary atresia. Know diagnostic criteria, associated findings, and differential diagnoses.
Measurement Techniques & Calculations
Learn M-mode applications in fetal echo, Doppler techniques (pulsed, color, power), cardiothoracic ratio measurement, Tei index calculation, and hemodynamic assessment.
Arrhythmias & Special Conditions
Review fetal arrhythmia recognition (SVT, heart block, PACs/PVCs), hydrops fetalis evaluation, TTTS cardiac monitoring, and heterotaxy syndrome identification.
Clinical Applications & Protocols
Study indications for referral, gestational age considerations, maternal conditions affecting fetal heart (diabetes, lupus, teratogens), and integration with genetic screening.
Can You Take the RDCS Fetal Echo Exam?
Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements
- •Must pass SPI (Sonography Principles & Instrumentation) exam BEFORE taking Fetal Echocardiography specialty exam
- •Submit application and fee to ARDMS ($350 includes both SPI and specialty)
- •Complete eligible pathway: student, graduate, or clinical experience route
- •Schedule exam through Pearson VUE within approved timeframe
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What You'll Study
8 chapters covering everything you need to pass
Chapter 1: Indications, Risk Factors & Clinical Protocol
4 sections
Chapter 2: Embryology & Normal Fetal Cardiac Anatomy
4 sections
Chapter 3: Fetal Circulation & Hemodynamics
3 sections
Chapter 4: Standard Fetal Echocardiographic Views & Screening Protocols
5 sections
Chapter 5: Advanced Echocardiographic Modalities & Measurements
5 sections
Chapter 6: Congenital Heart Disease: Septal, AV Valve & Conotruncal Defects
5 sections
Chapter 7: Congenital Heart Disease: Left/Right Lesions & Complex Anomalies
6 sections
Chapter 8: Fetal Arrhythmias, Cardiomyopathies & Systemic Conditions
4 sections
RDCS Fetal Echo Exam Details
RDCS Fetal Echocardiography (ARDMS)
Administered by ARDMS (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography)
Exam Content Breakdown
Based on the official ARDMS (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography) content outline
Indications for fetal echo, maternal/fetal risk factors, infection control, patient history, gestational age assessment
Obstetric ultrasound findings interpretation, genetic screening results, amniocentesis correlation
Four-chamber view, outflow tracts, three-vessel view, ductus venosus, aortic arch, M-mode, Doppler techniques, cardiothoracic ratio, Tei index
Septal defects, conotruncal anomalies, left/right heart lesions, arrhythmias, cardiomyopathies, hydrops, TTTS, heterotaxy
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What's Next After the RDCS Fetal Echo?
After passing the RDCS Fetal Echo, you can pursue these career paths
RDCS Adult Echocardiography
Adult cardiac sonography specialty
RDCS Pediatric Echocardiography
Pediatric cardiac sonography
RVT
Vascular technology credential
RDMS OB/GYN
Obstetric sonography
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