Follicular Tracking Scan (Per scan)

Description

Elite Community Ultrasound (ECU) is delighted to offer this comprehensive scan or full series of scans for women who are 16 years or above and are trying to conceive as well as undergoing for fertility treatment.

This scan includes the detailed examination of your ovaries to check the size and number of follicles (a small, fluid-filled sac in the ovary that contains an immature egg) and monitor the development of these follicles, mainly the dominant (largest) follicle during the fertility treatment. Apart from this, the assessment for the endometrial (womb lining) development is also included.

This scan can also be used while you are receiving IVF treatment.

A detailed specific and targeted assessment of ovarian follicles and endometrium (womb lining) would be carried out by our specialist/consultant sonographer by performing two methods: transabdominal (through the tummy) and preferably transvaginal/internal (through the vagina).

The follicular study is a series of scans monitoring the development of a dominant follicle which starts from day 10 of your menstrual Cycle (Day 1 is the first day of your period) and will continue until the ovulation.

The process of ovulation usually happens between the 13th and 17th day of your menstrual cycle (Day 1 is the first day of your period), but sometimes it can be postponed.

The size of maturing follicle usually becomes around 16 mm on day 10 of your menstrual cycle, however follicles of size between 18 mm and 25 mm are favourable for conceiving.

Reasons for Follicular tracking/study scans:

• To assess the number of follicles present.
• To monitor how the uterine (womb) lining is changing.
• To determine when your ovulation period is, so that your intercourse, IUI, or IVF procedure can be planned accordingly.
• To know if the dose of any fertility medications you are taking is right or if it needs to be adjusted.

For more information regarding this scan, please read the under-mentioned FAQs.

Q. Why would I need a Follicular Tracking/Study ultrasound?

A. – If you are undergoing for fertility treatment.

-If you have been recommended for follicular study by your specialist fertility doctor.

-You’ve been having regular periods and trying to get pregnant for a few months, but to no avail.

-If you have been diagnosed with polycystic ovaries due to irregular periods, and you are over 35 years and trying to conceive for more than six months.

Q. What preparation do I need for a pelvic scan?

A. You are required to have full bladder to get an adequate result for transabdominal method of this scan if you refuse to have transvaginal (internal scan) which does not require having full bladder. Therefore, you are required to drink two pints of water at least an hour before your scan appointment.

Q. What happens if I forgot to drink water or don’t have the required full bladder at the time of scanning?

A. Your scan will still be attempted and will be completed by the second (preferable) method transvaginal/internal scan (is a type of medical imaging technique that uses a small ultrasound probe in the vagina to get a more detailed look at the organs inside the pelvic area.) that doesn’t require having full bladder.

Q. What kind of clothing do I need to wear for this scan?

A. There is no specific requirement of clothing for undergoing this scan. However, wearing loose and two-piece cloths are advisable.

Q. What happens during the follicular tracking scan.

A. You will be asked to lie down on the scan couch (bed) comfortably. Our well qualified, experienced consultant/specialist ultrasound Practitioner/Sonographer put water-based gel on your lower tummy. Thereafter, they examine all included organs by placing the transducer (camera) over the gel on your lower belly. However, the transvaginal (internal) scan will be discussed with you and cannot be proceeded without your consent.

Q. What is the duration of the scan?

A. The duration of the scan is usually 10 – 15 minutes and sometimes can take up to 20 minutes depends on the visibility of organs and complexity of scan.

Q. If I can’t find my answer in FAQs?

A. Please don’t worry and simply visit Fertility scan page for further FAQs, and if you still can’t find your answer then please contact us, we shall be more than happy to answer your query.