Prenatal Ultrasound Portraits Draw Criticism

NPR | By Debbie Elliott

Published April 20, 2004 at 12:00 AM EDT

Health officials are concerned about the new popularity of using ultrasound technology for prenatal portraits. The Food and Drug Administration warns that this non-medical use is both inappropriate and potentially harmful to fetal development. NPR's Debbie Elliott reports.

Debbie Elliott

NPR National Correspondent Debbie Elliott can be heard telling stories from her native South. She covers the latest news and politics, and is attuned to the region's rich culture and history.

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