A pregnancy test can indicate a potential pregnancy. However, it cannot provide the important medical details you need before deciding what to do next.
An ultrasound can provide a clearer picture of what is happening inside your body, including how far along you are, where the pregnancy is located, and whether the pregnancy is developing.
At Care Net of Carbon County, we provide free and confidential pregnancy testing, along with referrals for limited OB ultrasounds so you can get important information about your pregnancy in a safe, supportive environment.
Contact us to schedule your free pregnancy testing appointment today.
It Can Protect Your Health
Knowing the location of your pregnancy is important because it can help determine whether you may have an ectopic pregnancy. An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a pregnancy implants outside the uterus, usually within the fallopian tube.
An ectopic pregnancy can become a medical emergency,prompt medical treatment is necessary. The abortion pill does not treat an ectopic pregnancy. An ultrasound is an important tool in evaluating an ectopic pregnancy, as early symptoms can be similar to those of a typical pregnancy.
The Abortion Pill Is FDA-Approved Through 10 Weeks of Gestation
The abortion pill is FDA-approved through ten weeks of gestation. Taking the abortion pill without knowing how far along you are could increase the chance of complications such as an incomplete abortion.
An ultrasound can help determine the gestational age of your pregnancy. Estimating how far along you are based on your last menstrual period may not be accurate, especially if you have irregular periods or are unsure when your last period occurred.
You May Have Already Experienced a Miscarriage
It is possible to receive a positive pregnancy test result despite having miscarried, as hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) can remain in the body for some time after pregnancy loss.
Depending on the stage of pregnancy, an ultrasound can look for cardiac activity and other signs of pregnancy development. If you have already miscarried, then the focus would shift to specific follow-up medical care.
Begin with Pregnancy Testing at Care Net of Carbon County
Care Net of Carbon County provides free pregnancy testing, referrals for limited OB ultrasounds, and accurate information about your options, including adoption, parenting, and abortion.
After a positive pregnancy test, our team can connect you with a provider for a limited OB ultrasound. Schedule your appointment with us today.
Care Net of Carbon County does not provide or refer for abortions.
All abortion information sourced in this blog is based on accurate information at the time of writing.
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