An ultrasound is a type of imaging test that use sound waves to produce a sonogram, or image, of the organs, tissues, and other internal body components. Unlike x-rays, ultrasonic tests don’t emit any radiation.
In situations of infertility, an ultrasound is typically the first test suggested. This test is crucial in evaluating the patient’s infertility status and its underlying causes. Also when a patient is prescribed medicine for infertility treatment, the physicians can routinely perform ultrasounds to monitor the medication’s effectiveness.
Follicular monitoring is the process of a series of ultrasound monitoring of the ovarian follicles to evaluate for mutation of eggs & documenting the pathway to ovulation. The follicular test is a vital component of IVF assessment and timing, as it also checks for follicular cysts in ovaries.
An abdominal ultrasound is a non-invasive procedure used to assess the organs and structures within the abdomen. This includes the liver, gallbladder, pancreas, bile ducts, spleen, and abdominal aorta. Ultrasound technology allows quick visualization of the abdominal organs and structures from outside the body.
