If you’re considering abortion and have already taken a pregnancy test, you might not see the point of getting an ultrasound. An ultrasound, however, can help you understand how your pregnancy is developing and provide important information about your health.
Coast Pregnancy Clinic provides confidential, no-cost pregnancy testing and limited OB ultrasounds to give you the details you need to know about your pregnancy. We can also give you accurate information about your options.
We are here to help you. Contact us to make your appointment at the clinic today.
A Pregnancy Test Gives Limited Information
Pregnancy tests work by detecting the presence of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG), a hormone that begins rising shortly after implantation. While a positive result can confirm that hCG is present, it does not show how the pregnancy is developing.
A limited ultrasound can provide additional information that a pregnancy test cannot, including how far along you are, where the pregnancy is located, and whether the pregnancy appears to be developing.
Knowing How Far Along You Are Matters
Knowing how far along you are (the gestational age) is important, as this provides a clearer picture and can affect your options.
Trying to estimate how far along your pregnancy is based only on your last menstrual period may not always be accurate, especially if your cycles are irregular or you are unsure when conception occurred.
The abortion pill is also only approved by the FDA through ten weeks of gestation. Taking these drugs beyond this timeframe could increase the risk of complications.
The Location of the Pregnancy Is Important
In a typical pregnancy, the pregnancy develops within the uterus. An ectopic pregnancy occurs when the pregnancy implants outside the uterus, most often in the fallopian tube.
An ectopic pregnancy can become a medical emergency and requires prompt medical attention.
An ultrasound is an important tool for evaluating whether a pregnancy may be ectopic. In the early stages, an ectopic pregnancy can cause symptoms similar to those of a typical early pregnancy, which may make it difficult to know where the pregnancy is developing without medical evaluation.
The abortion pill does not end an ectopic pregnancy, so knowing the location of the pregnancy is important before making decisions about your next steps.
Understanding Viability and Miscarriage
An ultrasound can also provide information about whether the pregnancy appears to be developing. Miscarriage occurs in approximately 10 to 20 percent of known pregnancies.
A pregnancy test can remain positive for some time after a pregnancy loss because hCG can remain in the body.
An ultrasound can look for signs of pregnancy development, including cardiac activity when appropriate for the stage of pregnancy. If a pregnancy loss has occurred, you may need specific follow-up medical care.
Get a No-Cost Limited Ultrasound at Coast Pregnancy Clinic
You deserve to have the information you need to make an informed pregnancy decision.
In addition to our no-cost pregnancy confirmation services, we offer education programs for new parents, fatherhood coaching, and material assistance. We can also connect clients with resources for food assistance, housing, medical care, domestic violence support, and more.
Schedule an appointment at the clinic.
Coast Pregnancy Clinic does not provide or refer for abortions.
