Ultrasound
Pregnant? Verify it with an Ultrasound.
Do I Need An Ultrasound?
Yes! An ultrasound is the only way to confirm your pregnancy options. It will confirm three important details of your pregnancy, including:
- Viability (If your pregnancy is healthy and growing)
- The location of your pregnancy (whether it’s growing within the uterus or not)
- How far along you are (gestational age)
As abortion may be something you’re considering, an ultrasound is essential to date your pregnancy, as chemical abortions (aka the “abortion pill”) are only recommended by the FDA for pregnancy through 70 days gestation (70 days or less since the first day of a woman’s last menstrual period).
An ultrasound will also alert you to any possible pregnancy complications like miscarriage or a possible ectopic pregnancy (where the pregnancy grows outside of the uterus).
How Does An Ultrasound Work?
Ultrasound exams use high-frequency sound waves to look inside a woman’s body. Because the sound is at such a high frequency, it cannot be heard with the human ear.
These sound waves are directed at the internal body from a small vibrating crystal in a hand-held scanner called a “transducer.” The scanner reflects the sound (echoes) to create an image.
Ultrasound FAQs
How Many Ultrasounds Can I Receive?
At Heartbeats, we provide ultrasound services to expectant mothers in their 1st trimester and based on certain criteria. Contact us today to learn more.
Will Heartbeats Offer An Ultrasound Later In My Pregnancy?
There are many reasons ultrasound is used later in pregnancy, usually to see if the pregnancy is continuing normally and to check the baby’s health and prognosis. Heartbeats offers first-trimester diagnostic ultrasounds.
Can I Get An Ultrasound At Either Heartbeats' Locations?
Yes! However, you may only schedule an ultrasound consult if you have first had a positive pregnancy test at one of our centers.
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336 E. Main St. Newark, OH 43055
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Be Sure
Even though pregnancy tests are very accurate, they do not guarantee that you have a viable pregnancy. The only way to find out for sure, is to have an ultrasound. Regardless of which option you are considering for your pregnancy, it is important to have an ultrasound.
Before getting an ultrasound at our center, schedule a free pregnancy test. Once confirmed, we offer a free ultrasound to determine your options.
Be Sure
Even though pregnancy tests are very accurate, they do not guarantee that you have a viable pregnancy. The only way to find out for sure, is to have an ultrasound. Regardless of which option you are considering for your pregnancy, it is important to have an ultrasound.
Before getting an ultrasound at our center, schedule a free pregnancy test. Once confirmed, we offer a free ultrasound to determine your options.