For an abdominal dating ultrasound, you will need to have a full bladder. You may be asked to drink some water and not go to the toilet beforehand because a full bladder helps to push your womb up to give a better picture. For a vaginal scan, you can have an empty bladder. The scan will take 5 to 10 minutes to perform.

Can you eat before a dating ultrasound?

Can I eat before having an obstetric ultrasound? You can eat before your ultrasound. You are required to have a full bladder. It is necessary to drink 600-800ml of water two hours prior to the scan and refrain from going to the toilet before the scan.

How long does a dating ultrasound take?

What happens at a dating scan? The dating scan usually takes about 30 minutes (NHS 2015a, Healthlink BC 2019, SOGC 2019). Nearly all ultrasounds after 10 weeks can be done through your tummy (Butt and Lim 2014). Most hospitals or ultrasound clinics ask you to arrive with a full bladder.

What is the best week for a dating ultrasound?

Between 8 – 12 weeks of pregnancy is a good time for a dating scan. A 2-D image of a baby at about 8-9 weeks.

What should I expect at my dating ultrasound?

The sonographer will put gel on your abdomen and move a hand-held device called a transducer, back and forward over your skin. In some situations, such as when the scan is completed before 10 weeks of gestation or you are overweight, you may also need a vaginal scan.

Should I shave my pubic hair before a physical?

Some women feel pressure to ensure that everything is perfect before they go. The truth is that your doctor and their staff do not care if you are clean-shaven or not. They are medical professionals. They know that hair growth is natural and normal.