For women trying to conceive
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What is an Ovulation Scan?
Why is an Ovulation Scan useful?
When can I have an Ovulation Scan?
How many Ovulation Scans will I need?
How is an Ovulation Scan performed?
Must I have an internal scan for the Ovulation Scan?
Who will perform my Ovulation Scan?
What will I see at my Ovulation Scan?
Is the Ovulation Scan performed in 3D/4D?
My specialist has asked me to have some blood tests performed. Can you do these also?
Must I see my Gynaecologist or Fertility Specialist before having an Ovulation Scan?
Do I need a referral to have an Ovulation Scan at your clinic?
When will I receive the results of my Ovulation Scan?
How is the Ovulation Scan reported?
Will I get a picture from my Ovulation Scan?
What are the risks of having an Ovulation Scan?
Do I need a full bladder for the Ovulation Scan?
Is there anything else I should know about Ovulation Scans?
Why should I have my Ovulation Scan at The London Ultrasound Centre?
How do I book an Ovulation Scan?
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What is an Ovulation Scan?
An Ovulation Scan is a gynaecological ultrasound examination to monitor your ovulation cycle.
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Why is an Ovulation Scan useful?
This type of scan is useful to accurately predict when ovulation is expected to be at its maximum so that fertlisation either by natural or artifical means may be more likely to occur.
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When can I have an Ovulation Scan?
These scans are normally done at 1-2 day intervals from about Day 9 of your menstrual cycle (Day 1 being the first day of bleeding).
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How many Ovulation Scans will I need?
You will often have three Ovulation Scans performed in one cycle.
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How is an Ovulation Scan performed?
Ovulation Scans are performed internally for maximum clarity and accuracy.
A long, narrow probe is inserted a small distance into the vagina and the ultrasound signal is focussed on the ovaries.
The operator will measure the size of your growing follicles inside your ovaries.
By documenting the increase in size of your follicles followed by their reduction at ovulation, to become the corpus lteum, we are able to determine when you are ovulating. You will then know the best time for sexual intercourse or fertility treatment in order for fertilization to occur.
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Must I have an internal scan for the Ovulation Scan?
Yes. The clearest images are obtained via an internal scan and the operator will almost certainly want to perform the examination in this way so as to provide you with the best, most accurate assessment.
Your examination may be less accurate or unreliable if it is not performed internally
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Who will perform my Ovulation Scan?
This scan is usually performed by one of our highly qualified expert sonographers. Alternatively you may be seen by one of our consultant doctors if you wish.
Please tell us your preference at the booking stage and also if you'd prefer a female clinician.
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What will I see at my Ovulation Scan?
Ovulation Scans are performed with conventional 2D ultrasound so the images you will see may not be immediately recognisable.
You may be able to make out the shape of an ovary and the operator might also point out the follicles to be measured.
Rest assured that our team at The London Ultrasound Centre are all expert gynaecological scanners and are trained in Follicle Tracking.
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Is the Ovulation Scan performed in 3D/4D?
No. There is currently no advantage nor greater accuracy in using 3D or 4D ultrasound for Follicle Tracking.
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My specialist has asked me to have some blood tests. Can you do these also?
Yes. We are happy to provide the following fertility blood tests at additional cost:
Progesterone is usually measured at day 21 of your cycle (7 days before the expected next period), when it is expected to be at its maximum. This blood test would be arranged separately to your scan appointment.
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Must I see my Gynaecologist or Fertility Specialist before having an Ovulation Scan?
Usually yes. However if you are trying to conceive naturally the results of ovulation scan will be able to tell you when you are ovulating without the need for assistance from a Gynaecologist or Fertility Specialist.
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Do I need a referral to have an Ovulation Scan at your clinic?
No. You do not need a referral from your Gynaecologist or Fertility Specialist to attend our clinic.
We will provide a detailed medical report addressed to yourself and one to your Gynaecologist or Fertility Specialist if necessary.
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When will I receive the results of my Ovulation Scan?
The results from your ultrasound examination will be available immediately after your appointment. A comprehensive medical report will be prepared with a copy addressed to your Gynaecologist or Fertility Specialist and one to yourself.
Results from the blood tests will be available within 24 hours. We will call you with the results and forward a hard copy of the report to you. We are also happy to forward the results of the blood tests on to your Gynaecologist or Fertility Specialist.
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How is the Ovulation Scan reported?
The ultrasound component is detailed in a written medical report. A gynaecological survey will be completed with clinical diagnostic information on the following:
- Uterus
- Endometrium
- Right Ovary
- Left Ovary
The size of any follicles will be measured and the particular ovary will be identified.
Not all of these follicles will develop into mature follicles, only one or two will continue to grow to become dominant.
We will also check to see if you have any fibroids or polyps present that may cause complications with embryo implantation.
A detailed gynaecological scan is performed on the first appointment during your cycle. Subsequent follow up appointments in the same cycle focus on the ovaries and are lower cost.
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Will I get a picture from my Ovulation Scan?
No. Not unless it is specifically requested.
The reason is that Gynaecologists or Fertility Specialists aren't interested in examining pictures from your Ovulation Scan, they simply want to know our measurements.
However we are happy to supply a complimentary glossy thermal print from your Ovulation Scan if you wish. Please ask the operator during your appointment. The remaining images can be purchased if required.
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What are the risks of having an Ovulation Scan?
There are no known risks in having an Ovulation Scan
Ultrasound has been safely used to assist in conception for over 20 years.
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Do I need a full bladder for the Ovulation Scan?
It is useful to arrive with a slightly full bladder so that the operator may perform a mapping scan via your tummy.
You will then be asked to empty your bladder so that an internal scan can be performed.
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Is there anything else I should know about Ovulation Scans?
While we are able to provide you with an accurate and reliable Ovulation Scan our clincal staff are not fertility specialists and so cannot prescribe medication nor recommend an appropriate course of action.
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Why should I have my Ovulation Scan at The London Ultrasound Centre?
At the London Ultrasound Centre our staff are experts in Ovulation Scans.
We have the latest, highest resolution ultrasound machine currently on the market to enable clear imaging of the ovarian follicles.
At the London Ultrasound Centre, we have sucessfully monitored the cycles of many women being supervised by treatment centres all over the world.
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How do I book an Ovulation Scan?
For prices and to make a booking please see our online booking website or call us on 020 7935 4450.
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