Ultrasounds are a routine part of your pregnancy. They are used to see that the fetus is growing normally, including the limbs, heart, brain and internal organs. It can also help doctors detect some abnormalities earlier than would otherwise be possible.

Calgary

#140, 4774 Westwinds Drive NE

Cold Lake

#101, 2012 8th Avenue

Bonnyville

#104, 4610 50th Street

At our Bonnyville location you have the option of adding a 4-D entertainment ultrasound to your medical exam. This is best done between 20-30 weeks gestational age.

Pregnancy Ultrasound

Types of Pregnancy Ultrasounds

1st Trimester

This ultrasound is often used to confirm a pregnancy, to check on the age and progress of pregnancy in the early stages, or to rule out concerns early on.

Nuchal Translucency

Performed as a genetic screening test, this ultrasound is used to calculate the probability of your baby having a chromosomal abnormality. Performed between 11 weeks and 13 weeks of your pregnancy, a small fold of skin at the back of the baby’s neck is imaged and measured.

Done at:

Cold Lake - #101, 2012 8th Avenue

Bonnyville - #104, 4610 50th Street

2nd Trimester

Usually completed between 18-20 weeks gestation, this ultrasound provides a detailed assessment of your baby, including body structure and development. 

3rd Trimester

During this later-stage ultrasound, we will check your baby’s position, growth, development and well-being.

30 - 60 minutes

Early Pregnancy

Drink 1L (4 cups) of water, 90 minutes prior to your appointment and finish it one hour before your appointment. DO NOT EMPTY BLADDER until after the examination or if directed by the technologist.

Pregnancy 28 Weeks and Over

Drink 500 ml (2 cups) of water, 90 minutes prior to your appointment and finish it one hour before your appointment. DO NOT EMPTY BLADDER until after the examination or if directed by the technician. Eat regular meals.