Did you receive a positive pregnancy test result? Did you know that this is only the first step in confirming your pregnancy? Ultrasound is the next step. Ultrasound is a simple scan that uses sound waves to create a picture of what’s happening inside your body.
During pregnancy, ultrasound reveals key details about your pregnancy that can help keep you safe. This scan is considered low-risk during pregnancy because it doesn’t use radiation (like an X-ray).
A pregnancy ultrasound can happen in one of two ways: transvaginally or abdominally.
A transvaginal ultrasound is used early in pregnancy because it provides a clearer picture of what’s happening in your uterus. The transducer (the wand-like part of the ultrasound machine that transmits the sound waves) is placed gently inside your vagina.
An abdominal ultrasound is used later in pregnancy, and in this case, the transducer is moved along your abdomen after a jelly-like substance is squirted onto your skin.
During both types of ultrasound, you can see your pregnancy on the ultrasound screen.
No matter what pregnancy decision you’re considering, an ultrasound is a vital step that can help protect your health.
An ultrasound can reveal the following critical details about your pregnancy:
At Alpha Pregnancy Center, we offer free, limited ultrasounds to give you the essential information you need to know about your pregnancy to stay safe.
Contact us today to schedule your free, confidential appointment. You’re not alone in this. We’re here for you.
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