An ultrasound can be scheduled right away after receiving a positive pregnancy test.
Not only can it be scheduled right away, but it is recommended to do so for several reasons.
Keep reading to discover the importance of an ultrasound following a positive pregnancy test and how to receive a free ultrasound scan. You can also schedule an appointment today at New Beginnings Pregnancy Center to get started.
Using Ultrasound to Confirm Pregnancy
Confirming a pregnancy with an ultrasound is an important first step to take.
While at-home pregnancy tests are usually very accurate, it is possible to get a false positive.
Also, according to the Mayo Clinic, 10-20% of pregnancies can end in a miscarriage. An ultrasound can detect the presence of a pregnancy and confirm that the pregnancy is healthy and viable.
Using Ultrasound to Confirm Gestational Age and Location
An ultrasound scan can also confirm the gestational age of your pregnancy. While most women try to track the start of a pregnancy from their last period, this method can sometimes be inaccurate.
However, trained medical professionals can determine how far along you are using the details from an ultrasound scan.
This information is essential because it will help you determine your options and next steps.
Additionally, an ultrasound scan will confirm the location of your pregnancy.
Typically, a fertilized egg implants and begins to grow in the uterus.
It is possible, though, for a fertilized egg to implant somewhere other than the uterus, such as in a fallopian tube or the cervix. When this happens, it is called an ectopic pregnancy and is a very serious medical complication that requires immediate intervention to protect your health.
Free Pregnancy Test Confirmation
New Beginnings Pregnancy Center is here to help you, offering pregnancy test confirmation and a follow-up limited ultrasound, all at no cost.
Our trained medical staff will also review your ultrasound results with you, answer all your questions, and discuss your options.
Confirming your pregnancy right away with an ultrasound and getting all the details you can is an important first step in making the best decision for your health and future.
Contact us today to schedule your free and confidential appointment.