Before you decide on an abortion, it’s crucial to gather all the necessary information about your pregnancy so you can make an informed choice. One important step in this process is having an ultrasound.

At the Southern Ohio Pregnancy Center, we can refer you for a free limited ultrasound to help you understand more about your pregnancy. Think about scheduling an appointment with us today. Here are three key reasons why an ultrasound is essential before considering an abortion

1. Finding Out The Age of Your Pregnancy

Gestational age refers to how far along you are in your pregnancy. While period tracking apps and similar tools can give rough estimates, they often lack precision. An ultrasound is crucial for an accurate assessment of gestational age because it allows a sonographer or nurse to take precise measurements.

Medical abortions are FDA-approved for use up to the first 70 days of pregnancy. After this period, a different type of procedure is required. Accurately determining your gestational age is essential to understanding your options.

2. Discover The Location of Your Pregnancy

Pregnancy tests can confirm if you’re pregnant, but they can’t tell you if your pregnancy is developing properly or is correctly located within the uterus. An ectopic pregnancy, where the embryo implants outside the uterus, is not viable and can be extremely dangerous, posing significant health risks like life-threatening internal bleeding.

An abortion procedure is not suitable for an ectopic pregnancy because the fetus is not located in the uterus. If an ectopic pregnancy is suspected, it’s crucial to address it promptly. An ultrasound can verify the location of the pregnancy, ensuring you receive the appropriate care you need.

3. Determine Your Viability

Checking the viability means finding out if the pregnancy is progressing. 

Approximately 26% of pregnancies unfortunately result in miscarriage. Again, in this scenario, abortion would be the wrong procedure. An ultrasound can help determine if this has occurred.

Protect Your Health

Before scheduling an abortion, it is crucial to have an ultrasound to safeguard your health.

The Southern Ohio Pregnancy Center offers free pregnancy services, like pregnancy testing, education, and limited ultrasound referrals. Let us help you feel equipped to make a confident choice.

Contact us online. You can also call us at (937) 393-2990 or text us at (937) 509-0108.