A positive pregnancy test tells you that you’re pregnant, but it doesn’t tell you the whole story. An ultrasound fills in the rest. It’s the next step after a positive test, and it gives you real information to work with, no matter which option you’re weighing.
At Sound Choices, a limited ultrasound is free and performed by our registered nurse sonographers. If your pregnancy test is positive, you’ll have the chance to speak with a nurse about whether an ultrasound is the right next step for you. Ultrasounds are not guaranteed and are scheduled at the discretion of our Nurse Manager.
Schedule a free, confidential appointment to get started.
Is An Ultrasound Necessary?
It’s one of the most useful steps you can take early on, because it answers three questions a pregnancy test can’t.
First, it confirms whether the pregnancy is viable, meaning it’s developing as expected. Some early pregnancies end on their own in a miscarriage, and an ultrasound can show that.
Second, it dates the pregnancy, telling you how far along you are, which matters for every option in front of you. It will also estimate your due date if you plan to carry to term.
Third, it checks that the pregnancy is in the uterus and not an ectopic pregnancy, which develops outside the uterus and needs prompt medical care.
If you’re considering abortion, these are vital facts to know, since the number of weeks affects your options for legal and medical reasons.
What to Expect
An ultrasound is a straightforward scan that uses sound waves to create an image of the inside of your uterus.
Depending on how far along you are, the scan is completed in one of two ways. An abdominal ultrasound involves moving a small handheld device across your stomach area. A transvaginal ultrasound uses a slim wand and is often used very early in pregnancy, when it gives a clearer picture.
Your sonographer will explain which method she plans to use, and you’re welcome to ask questions before she starts and throughout the ultrasound.
The appointment is calm, private, and never rushed.
Get a Free Ultrasound
You shouldn’t have to pay to get clear answers about your own pregnancy. That’s why our limited ultrasounds are free and confidential, right here in Columbus.
At Sound Choices, a limited ultrasound is free and performed by our registered nurse sonographers. Eligibility is determined by our Nurse Manager following your positive result, so your first step is to come in and talk with us.
If you’ve had a positive pregnancy test, an ultrasound is your natural next step. Schedule a free, confidential appointment today, and let’s confirm where your pregnancy stands.
