How Do You Get An Ultrasound For Pregnancy?
• Schedule the appointment per your health care provider’s instructions. • Make an appointment for ultrasound to check for any complications as soon as possible. • Check with your health insurance provider to ensure the procedure will be covered and to determine where the exam must be performed. Some insurers require testing to be done at a medical lab, while others approve in-office ultrasounds. • Drink fluid prior to arriving for your ultrasound and hold your bladder until the exam is complete. A full bladder can change the position of the uterus by taking the flexion out of it and pushing it up so it is easier to scan. Also, the fluid in the bladder serves as a good medium for sound conduction. Speak with your health care provider for specific instructions regarding fluid intake. • Wear loose-fitting clothing. You will not need to disrobe for a standard ultrasound, but will need to lift your shirt to fully expose your belly and lower abdomen. • Relax and lie still during the exam. T
