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Reasons To Have an Ultrasound Before Abortion

Abortion, like any other medical procedure, should be seriously considered. Be sure to follow recommended health screenings before scheduling your appointment. 

If you have already taken a reliable pregnancy test with a positive result, the next step is to schedule a no-cost ultrasound at our Center. Pregnancy tests only indicate the possibility of pregnancy. Ultrasounds provide a digital image and information about the state of your pregnancy including your pregnancy's age, location, and health. 

An Ultrasound Alerts You to Risks

Possible Miscarriage

Up to 20% of known pregnancies end in natural miscarriage. If you’ve taken a positive pregnancy test, your body may still have detectable hCG levels (a pregnancy hormone). An ultrasound will inform you whether or not the pregnancy is still viable (growing) or if you’ve miscarried. 

Dangerous Location

By determining the location of the pregnancy, you will know whether or not your pregnancy is inside the uterus. If the location is outside the uterus, it is called ectopic. Untreated ectopic pregnancies are dangerous and can be life-threatening to a woman.

Gestational Age

Abortion providers can only perform certain abortion procedures at particular weeks of pregnancy (the gestational age). Medication abortion is FDA-approved to 70 days (10 weeks) of gestational age. An ultrasound can confirm the age of the pregnancy, which affects your eligibility for specific procedures. 

Make an Informed Decision

Our Center offers free pregnancy services such as pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, and options consultations. We provide free self-administered tests as well as tests performed by licensed medical personnel. 

It’s our goal to provide evidence-based education and create a space where you feel comfortable sharing any questions or concerns. Once your questions have been answered and affirmed by medically accurate information, it is up to you to decide what’s best for you and your pregnancy. 

No woman should walk this road alone. We are here to support you along the way. Contact us today!