Scan information

Recommended for those who are about to begin fertility treatment either in the UK or abroad. 

What to expect:

• 20-minute appointment x 2
• 2D Ultrasound x 2
• Estimated ovulation date
• Visualisation of thickness of the endometrium prior to implantation
• Follicle tracking
• Assessment of ovaries and pelvic area
• Hormone profile blood test

​​Scan information

This Fertility assessment scan has been designed for those who are thinking about the next steps on their fertility journey such as IVF, or those who have been trying for less than two years without a successful pregnancy.

This option consists of two separate appointments and ultrasounds during the course of one menstrual cycle (one month). The first appointment will consist of an ultrasound base scan to look at your overall pelvic health including follicle tracking, uterus lining and endometrial thickness. This appointment is recommended for the first day after your menstrual period has ended. We will also carry out a hormone profile blood test, measuring the levels of your Follicle Stimulating Hormone, Luteinising hormone, Oestradiol hormone and Prolactin hormone.
On the second appointment, recommended on approximately day 14 of your cycle, we will carry out further follicle tracking and advise on ovulation. Depending on follicle growth a third scan may be recommended.

As we allow a full 20 minutes appointment this provides you with the opportunity to ask any questions you may have and allows us to support you and provide you with the most accurate advice during the scan.

We recommend that you attend this appointment with an empty bladder.

Please note all women’s health scans will be carried out internally.

A qualified Sonographer will complete your scan which may be male or female. Our Sonographers are fully qualified and registered medical professionals with lots of ultrasound experience. Our Sonographers follow the British Medical Ultrasound Society protocols and guidance.

If, at any stage, we notice anything unusual during your scan we will explain our findings based on the visual observation at that time. We will advise you on what to do next, concluding our findings with a written report within 24 hours and refer you to your GP or local hospital unit. 

Our Phlebotomy trained professional will take a blood sample from a vein in your arm, using a small needle. This sample will be tested by our authorised partners, TDL. Results from your blood tests can be expected between 5 – 7 working days after the lab receives the sample
Oh Baby LTD will not review or interpret your blood test results – we recommend you discuss these results with your healthcare provider or GP. Depending on the results of your blood test, you may require further testing with your healthcare professional.