Follicular Tracking – £145
Why Choose This Scan?: The Follicular Tracking scan at UKSONO Healthcare is an essential tool for women who are trying to conceive and want to monitor their ovulation cycle. This scan provides invaluable insights into the growth and maturation of follicles, helping to pinpoint your most fertile window. By tracking follicle development, we can better understand your ovulation timing, making it easier to optimize fertility planning and increase the chances of conception.
What Does This Scan Monitor?:
- Follicle Growth: It tracks the growth of the follicles in your ovaries, which contain the eggs that will be released during ovulation. Monitoring the size and development of these follicles helps predict when ovulation is likely to occur.
- Follicle Maturation: The scan also helps to monitor the maturation process of the follicles, ensuring they reach the right size and development to release a healthy egg for fertilization.
- Ovulation Timing: The scan provides a clearer picture of your fertility window by tracking the timing of ovulation, which is key to maximizing your chances of conception.
What to Expect During the Scan?: The Follicular Tracking scan is a multi-phase process, with scans conducted at various points throughout your ovulation cycle. Each scan lasts around 10-15 minutes and typically involves:
- Transabdominal Ultrasound: In some cases, a transabdominal ultrasound may be used, especially when your bladder is full. A small amount of gel is applied to your abdomen, and the ultrasound probe is moved gently over the area to visualize the ovaries and monitor follicle growth.
- Transvaginal Ultrasound: For a more detailed and precise view, a transvaginal ultrasound may be used. This involves inserting a small ultrasound probe into the vagina to get closer images of the ovaries and follicles. Written consent will be obtained prior to this procedure.
How to Prepare for the Scan:
- Full Bladder: For the transabdominal ultrasound, you may need to have a full bladder to improve the clarity of the images. Please drink plenty of water prior to your scan.
- Timing of the Scan: Follicular tracking typically involves multiple visits throughout your cycle to monitor follicle development and ovulation. Your healthcare provider or fertility specialist will guide you on the optimal days to schedule each scan for the best results.
