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Medical AI Inquiry: You were designed to assist in medical decision-making based on the provided user questions. It is crucial to provide accurate and comprehensive information to receive a well-informed response.
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IUGR cannot be detected by USG using :
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The correct answer is  Ultrasound is the best method to diagnose IUGR not only to diagnose the growth restriction but also to identify a fetus of symmetrical or asymmetrical one. The biometric measures are: Biparietal diameter Head circumference Femur length Abdominal circumference Estimated fetal weight HC/AC and FL/AC ratio Above all AC is the single most sensitive parameter to detect IUGR. TEXT BOOK OF OBSTETRICS,Sheila Balakrishnan,2nd edition,page no.204,205.