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My Pregnancy Test Came Back Positive. Now What?
When you first find out you are pregnant, it can be overwhelming to know what the next steps are. When you take a pregnancy test at CareNet, we ensure you get directed to the next best step, which is an ultrasound. Ultrasounds are so important, and they can tell you so much about your pregnancy. To best care for you and your pregnancy, an ultrasound is necessary.
Why are Ultrasounds Necessary?
Care Net Pregnancy Center of Milwaukee, or any clinic, will want to conduct an ultrasound early on in your pregnancy in order to:
- Confirm your pregnancy
- Estimate gestational age
- Determine pregnancy viability and location
A pregnancy test alone does not determine whether a pregnancy is viable. A urine test will detect the presence of the hormone HCG which is present during a pregnancy. This hormone can be present up to 5 weeks following a miscarriage. Up to 20% of pregnancies can end in miscarriage.
The age of the baby and the viability of the pregnancy are both crucial factors for you to know when deciding how to approach an unplanned pregnancy. In fact, if you’re considering abortion, the law in Wisconsin requires that you have an ultrasound before the abortion.
How Much Does an Ultrasound Cost?
Our ultrasounds are completely free. We know that discovering you are pregnant can be overwhelming, and we don’t want to put added stress on your shoulders. We don’t charge for any of our services, including ultrasounds. We also do not require insurance.
