Early Pregnancy Scan
Early pregnancy scans can be used in many ways. An ultrasound can be used to confirm pregnancy before making an appointment with a doctor. They also provide you with the opportunity to see and bond with your baby before the standard 12 week scan.
As soon as women have a positive pregnancy test the first thoughts can be 'what to do next'. Women want and need to see if 'this is real'. A private scan offers immediate diagnosis and confirmation. A report is given to clients and this can be brought to other healthcare professionals as required. This is a private moment for couples. They may not have reached the point of sharing their information and may just wish to know what is happening, have confirmation and plan ahead.
Early scans are not routinely offered in hospitals and wait times can be as long as three weeks. Couples can make an appointment as early as 5-6 week mark, an ultrasound scan can identify a gestational sac and from 7 weeks. This is a wonderfull bonding experince
It is usually possible to obtain all the information with a transabdominal scan using our quality high specification scanner. Occasionally it is necessary to do a transvaginal scan.
Our Midwife has expert knowledge and will communicate all the results to you and liaise with other healthcare professionals with your consent. Quality Images are created in real-time and reports are given to you on the day.
Early Pregnancy Scans with Bloom Health
Benefits of an Early Pregnancy Scan
Our Midwife early pregnancy service has the following advantages:
Benefits of an Early Pregnancy Scan
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Diagnosis of intrauterine pregnancy
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Accurate prediction of gestational age
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Accessing viability
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Enhanced management of pregnancy
There is a significant clinical benefit to having a scan before 12 weeks. The measurement obtained at this stage is accurate to within 1 day. We hope that all pregnancies are healthy and safe, so it important to identify any potential complications as early as possible.
Ensuring the pregnancy is in the right location is essential. On rare occasions, approx. 1.5% of pregnancies occur outside the uterus, usually in the fallopian tube. This is life-threatening and needs urgent management and immediate hospital attention.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How early can a scan detect pregnancy?
Pregnancy can be detected from as early as one week after a missed period. If using an early pregnancy scan to confirm pregnancy we will provide you with all the necessary information to give to your primary healthcare provider.
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Why should I get an ultrasound before my 12 week scan?
While there is nothing wrong with waiting until your 12 week scan, the earlier you get a scan done the earlier any complications can be diagnosed and treated appropriately. Put simply, early pregnancy scans allow you to get the healthcare you need.
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How long is the wait time?
Maternity hospitals are very busy and so have long waiting times. Bloom Health is a private service and so you are not subjected to a waitlist. Simply make an appointment for a time and day that suits you using our online booking system.