Sonogram / Ultrasonography
The main diagnostic imaging tool of obstetrics and gynecology is ultrasonography (also known as sonogram). We offer ultrasound exam in our clinic to evaluate a pregnancy, or for gynecology patients that are not pregnant. The ultrasound can be performed via abdominal or vaginal route (external or internal), depending on the need of the patient.
Ultrasounds have been found to be safe, both during pregnancy and for non-pregnant patients. A beam of high frequency sound (ultrasound) is projected on the tissue under the exam. Depending on the density of the tissue, the sound waves echo back slightly differently. The sonogram machine then interprets this difference in the sound echo, and an image of the tissue is constructed.
Anyone planning a pregnancy termination (abortion) must obtain an ultrasound to estimate the gestation prior to the procedure. The ultrasound exam is included with the global fee for the abortion procedure.