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Understanding prenatal ultrasounds
Prenatal ultrasound imaging uses high-frequency sound waves to produce images of your baby and related structures.
An ultrasound technologist (sonographer) places the transducer (probe) and some ultrasound gel on the abdomen. High-frequency sound waves are sent and received by the transducer, then converted to real-time images on the ultrasound machine. The dynamic nature of ultrasound allows both still images and live image clips to be captured.
The ultrasound can be used during pregnancy to show images of the baby, amniotic sac, placenta, and ovaries.
Monitor Your Baby’s Growth & Well-Being
Determine Gestational Age
Reveal The Gender Of Your Baby (Upon Request)
Important information concerning your prenatal ultrasound
Seeing your baby is exciting, but we also know that your visit is a formal medical examination and that must be our priority.
We will provide you with pictures of your baby at the end of the exam.
During the examination, we request that you allow the technologist to concentrate on and perform the ultrasound scan. A radiologist interprets images taken by the technologist and your doctor will receive the report.
One support person is welcome to sit at the head of the bed while the exam is performed. Those accompanied by children are asked to remain in the waiting room. Your children and other observers are welcome to come in to view the baby after the medical exam is complete.
We will only reveal the gender of your baby if it is requested. Please be prepared that sometimes the fetal position, as well as age of the baby, may make this impossible.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Prenatal Ultrasound
No, in alignment with the Canada Health Act, nearly all diagnostic prenatal ultrasound exams performed at our facility are considered medically necessary insured services and therefore cannot be privately paid for to bypass public wait times. Our scheduling system prioritizes clinical urgency. Elective “entertainment” ultrasounds (e.g., solely for gender reveal without medical indication) are not offered.
We understand you may wish to share your ultrasound experience. For obstetrical (prenatal) ultrasounds, we are pleased to allow one support person into the exam room with you. For other types of ultrasound exams, we evaluate requests to bring a support person into the exam room on a case-by-case basis, depending on the patient’s emotional or physical needs and the nature of the examination. Please note that policies can change based on public health guidelines (e.g., during a pandemic), so it’s always best to confirm with our booking staff.
Certain specialized or high-risk prenatal ultrasound exams are performed only at our Red Deer location. This is because these complex scans either require the direct, immediate presence of a radiologist for interpretation and consultation, or they utilize advanced equipment and expertise that is consolidated at our main facility to ensure the highest standard of care for more intricate cases.
The gender of your baby can often be determined during your detailed fetal anatomy scan, which is typically performed around 18-22 weeks of pregnancy. However, clear visualization depends entirely on the baby’s position during the ultrasound exam. Our sonographer will only reveal the gender if you explicitly wish to know, and if they can clearly and confidently identify it.
For certain ultrasound exams, particularly those of the pelvis (like early pregnancy scans or gynaecological ultrasounds), having a full bladder is crucial.
A full bladder helps to push bowel loops out of the way, creating a clear “acoustic window” that allows the sound waves to travel more effectively, providing better visualization of the structures in your pelvis, such as the uterus, ovaries, and early pregnancy sac.
You will typically be asked to drink 32 ounces (approximately 1 liter) of water an hour before your appointment.
Yes! We understand how special it is to see your baby’s first images. Your sonographer will do their very best to capture some clear, high-quality keepsake pictures of your baby for you to take home and cherish.
Please understand that image quality can vary depending on the baby’s position and gestational age.
No, in alignment with the Canada Health Act, nearly all diagnostic prenatal ultrasound exams performed at our facility are considered medically necessary insured services and therefore cannot be privately paid for to bypass public wait times. Our scheduling system prioritizes clinical urgency. Elective “entertainment” ultrasounds (e.g., solely for gender reveal without medical indication) are not offered.
We understand you may wish to share your ultrasound experience. For obstetrical (prenatal) ultrasounds, we are pleased to allow one support person into the exam room with you. For other types of ultrasound exams, we evaluate requests to bring a support person into the exam room on a case-by-case basis, depending on the patient’s emotional or physical needs and the nature of the examination. Please note that policies can change based on public health guidelines (e.g., during a pandemic), so it’s always best to confirm with our booking staff.
Certain specialized or high-risk prenatal ultrasound exams are performed only at our Red Deer location. This is because these complex scans either require the direct, immediate presence of a radiologist for interpretation and consultation, or they utilize advanced equipment and expertise that is consolidated at our main facility to ensure the highest standard of care for more intricate cases.
The gender of your baby can often be determined during your detailed fetal anatomy scan, which is typically performed around 18-22 weeks of pregnancy. However, clear visualization depends entirely on the baby’s position during the ultrasound exam. Our sonographer will only reveal the gender if you explicitly wish to know, and if they can clearly and confidently identify it.
For certain ultrasound exams, particularly those of the pelvis (like early pregnancy scans or gynaecological ultrasounds), having a full bladder is crucial.
A full bladder helps to push bowel loops out of the way, creating a clear “acoustic window” that allows the sound waves to travel more effectively, providing better visualization of the structures in your pelvis, such as the uterus, ovaries, and early pregnancy sac.
You will typically be asked to drink 32 ounces (approximately 1 liter) of water an hour before your appointment.
Yes! We understand how special it is to see your baby’s first images. Your sonographer will do their very best to capture some clear, high-quality keepsake pictures of your baby for you to take home and cherish.
Please understand that image quality can vary depending on the baby’s position and gestational age.
No, in alignment with the Canada Health Act, nearly all diagnostic prenatal ultrasound exams performed at our facility are considered medically necessary insured services and therefore cannot be privately paid for to bypass public wait times. Our scheduling system prioritizes clinical urgency. Elective “entertainment” ultrasounds (e.g., solely for gender reveal without medical indication) are not offered.
We understand you may wish to share your ultrasound experience. For obstetrical (prenatal) ultrasounds, we are pleased to allow one support person into the exam room with you. For other types of ultrasound exams, we evaluate requests to bring a support person into the exam room on a case-by-case basis, depending on the patient’s emotional or physical needs and the nature of the examination. Please note that policies can change based on public health guidelines (e.g., during a pandemic), so it’s always best to confirm with our booking staff.
Certain specialized or high-risk prenatal ultrasound exams are performed only at our Red Deer location. This is because these complex scans either require the direct, immediate presence of a radiologist for interpretation and consultation, or they utilize advanced equipment and expertise that is consolidated at our main facility to ensure the highest standard of care for more intricate cases.
The gender of your baby can often be determined during your detailed fetal anatomy scan, which is typically performed around 18-22 weeks of pregnancy. However, clear visualization depends entirely on the baby’s position during the ultrasound exam. Our sonographer will only reveal the gender if you explicitly wish to know, and if they can clearly and confidently identify it.
For certain ultrasound exams, particularly those of the pelvis (like early pregnancy scans or gynaecological ultrasounds), having a full bladder is crucial.
A full bladder helps to push bowel loops out of the way, creating a clear “acoustic window” that allows the sound waves to travel more effectively, providing better visualization of the structures in your pelvis, such as the uterus, ovaries, and early pregnancy sac.
You will typically be asked to drink 32 ounces (approximately 1 liter) of water an hour before your appointment.
Yes! We understand how special it is to see your baby’s first images. Your sonographer will do their very best to capture some clear, high-quality keepsake pictures of your baby for you to take home and cherish.
Please understand that image quality can vary depending on the baby’s position and gestational age.
No, in alignment with the Canada Health Act, nearly all diagnostic prenatal ultrasound exams performed at our facility are considered medically necessary insured services and therefore cannot be privately paid for to bypass public wait times. Our scheduling system prioritizes clinical urgency. Elective “entertainment” ultrasounds (e.g., solely for gender reveal without medical indication) are not offered.
We understand you may wish to share your ultrasound experience. For obstetrical (prenatal) ultrasounds, we are pleased to allow one support person into the exam room with you. For other types of ultrasound exams, we evaluate requests to bring a support person into the exam room on a case-by-case basis, depending on the patient’s emotional or physical needs and the nature of the examination. Please note that policies can change based on public health guidelines (e.g., during a pandemic), so it’s always best to confirm with our booking staff.
Certain specialized or high-risk prenatal ultrasound exams are performed only at our Red Deer location. This is because these complex scans either require the direct, immediate presence of a radiologist for interpretation and consultation, or they utilize advanced equipment and expertise that is consolidated at our main facility to ensure the highest standard of care for more intricate cases.
The gender of your baby can often be determined during your detailed fetal anatomy scan, which is typically performed around 18-22 weeks of pregnancy. However, clear visualization depends entirely on the baby’s position during the ultrasound exam. Our sonographer will only reveal the gender if you explicitly wish to know, and if they can clearly and confidently identify it.
For certain ultrasound exams, particularly those of the pelvis (like early pregnancy scans or gynaecological ultrasounds), having a full bladder is crucial.
A full bladder helps to push bowel loops out of the way, creating a clear “acoustic window” that allows the sound waves to travel more effectively, providing better visualization of the structures in your pelvis, such as the uterus, ovaries, and early pregnancy sac.
You will typically be asked to drink 32 ounces (approximately 1 liter) of water an hour before your appointment.
Yes! We understand how special it is to see your baby’s first images. Your sonographer will do their very best to capture some clear, high-quality keepsake pictures of your baby for you to take home and cherish.
Please understand that image quality can vary depending on the baby’s position and gestational age.
No, in alignment with the Canada Health Act, nearly all diagnostic prenatal ultrasound exams performed at our facility are considered medically necessary insured services and therefore cannot be privately paid for to bypass public wait times. Our scheduling system prioritizes clinical urgency. Elective “entertainment” ultrasounds (e.g., solely for gender reveal without medical indication) are not offered.
We understand you may wish to share your ultrasound experience. For obstetrical (prenatal) ultrasounds, we are pleased to allow one support person into the exam room with you. For other types of ultrasound exams, we evaluate requests to bring a support person into the exam room on a case-by-case basis, depending on the patient’s emotional or physical needs and the nature of the examination. Please note that policies can change based on public health guidelines (e.g., during a pandemic), so it’s always best to confirm with our booking staff.
Certain specialized or high-risk prenatal ultrasound exams are performed only at our Red Deer location. This is because these complex scans either require the direct, immediate presence of a radiologist for interpretation and consultation, or they utilize advanced equipment and expertise that is consolidated at our main facility to ensure the highest standard of care for more intricate cases.
The gender of your baby can often be determined during your detailed fetal anatomy scan, which is typically performed around 18-22 weeks of pregnancy. However, clear visualization depends entirely on the baby’s position during the ultrasound exam. Our sonographer will only reveal the gender if you explicitly wish to know, and if they can clearly and confidently identify it.
For certain ultrasound exams, particularly those of the pelvis (like early pregnancy scans or gynaecological ultrasounds), having a full bladder is crucial.
A full bladder helps to push bowel loops out of the way, creating a clear “acoustic window” that allows the sound waves to travel more effectively, providing better visualization of the structures in your pelvis, such as the uterus, ovaries, and early pregnancy sac.
You will typically be asked to drink 32 ounces (approximately 1 liter) of water an hour before your appointment.
Yes! We understand how special it is to see your baby’s first images. Your sonographer will do their very best to capture some clear, high-quality keepsake pictures of your baby for you to take home and cherish.
Please understand that image quality can vary depending on the baby’s position and gestational age.
No, in alignment with the Canada Health Act, nearly all diagnostic prenatal ultrasound exams performed at our facility are considered medically necessary insured services and therefore cannot be privately paid for to bypass public wait times. Our scheduling system prioritizes clinical urgency. Elective “entertainment” ultrasounds (e.g., solely for gender reveal without medical indication) are not offered.
We understand you may wish to share your ultrasound experience. For obstetrical (prenatal) ultrasounds, we are pleased to allow one support person into the exam room with you. For other types of ultrasound exams, we evaluate requests to bring a support person into the exam room on a case-by-case basis, depending on the patient’s emotional or physical needs and the nature of the examination. Please note that policies can change based on public health guidelines (e.g., during a pandemic), so it’s always best to confirm with our booking staff.
Certain specialized or high-risk prenatal ultrasound exams are performed only at our Red Deer location. This is because these complex scans either require the direct, immediate presence of a radiologist for interpretation and consultation, or they utilize advanced equipment and expertise that is consolidated at our main facility to ensure the highest standard of care for more intricate cases.
The gender of your baby can often be determined during your detailed fetal anatomy scan, which is typically performed around 18-22 weeks of pregnancy. However, clear visualization depends entirely on the baby’s position during the ultrasound exam. Our sonographer will only reveal the gender if you explicitly wish to know, and if they can clearly and confidently identify it.
For certain ultrasound exams, particularly those of the pelvis (like early pregnancy scans or gynaecological ultrasounds), having a full bladder is crucial.
A full bladder helps to push bowel loops out of the way, creating a clear “acoustic window” that allows the sound waves to travel more effectively, providing better visualization of the structures in your pelvis, such as the uterus, ovaries, and early pregnancy sac.
You will typically be asked to drink 32 ounces (approximately 1 liter) of water an hour before your appointment.
Yes! We understand how special it is to see your baby’s first images. Your sonographer will do their very best to capture some clear, high-quality keepsake pictures of your baby for you to take home and cherish.
Please understand that image quality can vary depending on the baby’s position and gestational age.
No, in alignment with the Canada Health Act, nearly all diagnostic prenatal ultrasound exams performed at our facility are considered medically necessary insured services and therefore cannot be privately paid for to bypass public wait times. Our scheduling system prioritizes clinical urgency. Elective “entertainment” ultrasounds (e.g., solely for gender reveal without medical indication) are not offered.
We understand you may wish to share your ultrasound experience. For obstetrical (prenatal) ultrasounds, we are pleased to allow one support person into the exam room with you. For other types of ultrasound exams, we evaluate requests to bring a support person into the exam room on a case-by-case basis, depending on the patient’s emotional or physical needs and the nature of the examination. Please note that policies can change based on public health guidelines (e.g., during a pandemic), so it’s always best to confirm with our booking staff.
Certain specialized or high-risk prenatal ultrasound exams are performed only at our Red Deer location. This is because these complex scans either require the direct, immediate presence of a radiologist for interpretation and consultation, or they utilize advanced equipment and expertise that is consolidated at our main facility to ensure the highest standard of care for more intricate cases.
The gender of your baby can often be determined during your detailed fetal anatomy scan, which is typically performed around 18-22 weeks of pregnancy. However, clear visualization depends entirely on the baby’s position during the ultrasound exam. Our sonographer will only reveal the gender if you explicitly wish to know, and if they can clearly and confidently identify it.
For certain ultrasound exams, particularly those of the pelvis (like early pregnancy scans or gynaecological ultrasounds), having a full bladder is crucial.
A full bladder helps to push bowel loops out of the way, creating a clear “acoustic window” that allows the sound waves to travel more effectively, providing better visualization of the structures in your pelvis, such as the uterus, ovaries, and early pregnancy sac.
You will typically be asked to drink 32 ounces (approximately 1 liter) of water an hour before your appointment.
Yes! We understand how special it is to see your baby’s first images. Your sonographer will do their very best to capture some clear, high-quality keepsake pictures of your baby for you to take home and cherish.
Please understand that image quality can vary depending on the baby’s position and gestational age.
No, in alignment with the Canada Health Act, nearly all diagnostic prenatal ultrasound exams performed at our facility are considered medically necessary insured services and therefore cannot be privately paid for to bypass public wait times. Our scheduling system prioritizes clinical urgency. Elective “entertainment” ultrasounds (e.g., solely for gender reveal without medical indication) are not offered.
We understand you may wish to share your ultrasound experience. For obstetrical (prenatal) ultrasounds, we are pleased to allow one support person into the exam room with you. For other types of ultrasound exams, we evaluate requests to bring a support person into the exam room on a case-by-case basis, depending on the patient’s emotional or physical needs and the nature of the examination. Please note that policies can change based on public health guidelines (e.g., during a pandemic), so it’s always best to confirm with our booking staff.
Certain specialized or high-risk prenatal ultrasound exams are performed only at our Red Deer location. This is because these complex scans either require the direct, immediate presence of a radiologist for interpretation and consultation, or they utilize advanced equipment and expertise that is consolidated at our main facility to ensure the highest standard of care for more intricate cases.
The gender of your baby can often be determined during your detailed fetal anatomy scan, which is typically performed around 18-22 weeks of pregnancy. However, clear visualization depends entirely on the baby’s position during the ultrasound exam. Our sonographer will only reveal the gender if you explicitly wish to know, and if they can clearly and confidently identify it.
For certain ultrasound exams, particularly those of the pelvis (like early pregnancy scans or gynaecological ultrasounds), having a full bladder is crucial.
A full bladder helps to push bowel loops out of the way, creating a clear “acoustic window” that allows the sound waves to travel more effectively, providing better visualization of the structures in your pelvis, such as the uterus, ovaries, and early pregnancy sac.
You will typically be asked to drink 32 ounces (approximately 1 liter) of water an hour before your appointment.
Yes! We understand how special it is to see your baby’s first images. Your sonographer will do their very best to capture some clear, high-quality keepsake pictures of your baby for you to take home and cherish.
Please understand that image quality can vary depending on the baby’s position and gestational age.
No, in alignment with the Canada Health Act, nearly all diagnostic prenatal ultrasound exams performed at our facility are considered medically necessary insured services and therefore cannot be privately paid for to bypass public wait times. Our scheduling system prioritizes clinical urgency. Elective “entertainment” ultrasounds (e.g., solely for gender reveal without medical indication) are not offered.
We understand you may wish to share your ultrasound experience. For obstetrical (prenatal) ultrasounds, we are pleased to allow one support person into the exam room with you. For other types of ultrasound exams, we evaluate requests to bring a support person into the exam room on a case-by-case basis, depending on the patient’s emotional or physical needs and the nature of the examination. Please note that policies can change based on public health guidelines (e.g., during a pandemic), so it’s always best to confirm with our booking staff.
Certain specialized or high-risk prenatal ultrasound exams are performed only at our Red Deer location. This is because these complex scans either require the direct, immediate presence of a radiologist for interpretation and consultation, or they utilize advanced equipment and expertise that is consolidated at our main facility to ensure the highest standard of care for more intricate cases.
The gender of your baby can often be determined during your detailed fetal anatomy scan, which is typically performed around 18-22 weeks of pregnancy. However, clear visualization depends entirely on the baby’s position during the ultrasound exam. Our sonographer will only reveal the gender if you explicitly wish to know, and if they can clearly and confidently identify it.
For certain ultrasound exams, particularly those of the pelvis (like early pregnancy scans or gynaecological ultrasounds), having a full bladder is crucial.
A full bladder helps to push bowel loops out of the way, creating a clear “acoustic window” that allows the sound waves to travel more effectively, providing better visualization of the structures in your pelvis, such as the uterus, ovaries, and early pregnancy sac.
You will typically be asked to drink 32 ounces (approximately 1 liter) of water an hour before your appointment.
Yes! We understand how special it is to see your baby’s first images. Your sonographer will do their very best to capture some clear, high-quality keepsake pictures of your baby for you to take home and cherish.
Please understand that image quality can vary depending on the baby’s position and gestational age.
No, in alignment with the Canada Health Act, nearly all diagnostic prenatal ultrasound exams performed at our facility are considered medically necessary insured services and therefore cannot be privately paid for to bypass public wait times. Our scheduling system prioritizes clinical urgency. Elective “entertainment” ultrasounds (e.g., solely for gender reveal without medical indication) are not offered.
We understand you may wish to share your ultrasound experience. For obstetrical (prenatal) ultrasounds, we are pleased to allow one support person into the exam room with you. For other types of ultrasound exams, we evaluate requests to bring a support person into the exam room on a case-by-case basis, depending on the patient’s emotional or physical needs and the nature of the examination. Please note that policies can change based on public health guidelines (e.g., during a pandemic), so it’s always best to confirm with our booking staff.
Certain specialized or high-risk prenatal ultrasound exams are performed only at our Red Deer location. This is because these complex scans either require the direct, immediate presence of a radiologist for interpretation and consultation, or they utilize advanced equipment and expertise that is consolidated at our main facility to ensure the highest standard of care for more intricate cases.
The gender of your baby can often be determined during your detailed fetal anatomy scan, which is typically performed around 18-22 weeks of pregnancy. However, clear visualization depends entirely on the baby’s position during the ultrasound exam. Our sonographer will only reveal the gender if you explicitly wish to know, and if they can clearly and confidently identify it.
For certain ultrasound exams, particularly those of the pelvis (like early pregnancy scans or gynaecological ultrasounds), having a full bladder is crucial.
A full bladder helps to push bowel loops out of the way, creating a clear “acoustic window” that allows the sound waves to travel more effectively, providing better visualization of the structures in your pelvis, such as the uterus, ovaries, and early pregnancy sac.
You will typically be asked to drink 32 ounces (approximately 1 liter) of water an hour before your appointment.
Yes! We understand how special it is to see your baby’s first images. Your sonographer will do their very best to capture some clear, high-quality keepsake pictures of your baby for you to take home and cherish.
Please understand that image quality can vary depending on the baby’s position and gestational age.
No, in alignment with the Canada Health Act, nearly all diagnostic prenatal ultrasound exams performed at our facility are considered medically necessary insured services and therefore cannot be privately paid for to bypass public wait times. Our scheduling system prioritizes clinical urgency. Elective “entertainment” ultrasounds (e.g., solely for gender reveal without medical indication) are not offered.
We understand you may wish to share your ultrasound experience. For obstetrical (prenatal) ultrasounds, we are pleased to allow one support person into the exam room with you. For other types of ultrasound exams, we evaluate requests to bring a support person into the exam room on a case-by-case basis, depending on the patient’s emotional or physical needs and the nature of the examination. Please note that policies can change based on public health guidelines (e.g., during a pandemic), so it’s always best to confirm with our booking staff.
Certain specialized or high-risk prenatal ultrasound exams are performed only at our Red Deer location. This is because these complex scans either require the direct, immediate presence of a radiologist for interpretation and consultation, or they utilize advanced equipment and expertise that is consolidated at our main facility to ensure the highest standard of care for more intricate cases.
The gender of your baby can often be determined during your detailed fetal anatomy scan, which is typically performed around 18-22 weeks of pregnancy. However, clear visualization depends entirely on the baby’s position during the ultrasound exam. Our sonographer will only reveal the gender if you explicitly wish to know, and if they can clearly and confidently identify it.
For certain ultrasound exams, particularly those of the pelvis (like early pregnancy scans or gynaecological ultrasounds), having a full bladder is crucial.
A full bladder helps to push bowel loops out of the way, creating a clear “acoustic window” that allows the sound waves to travel more effectively, providing better visualization of the structures in your pelvis, such as the uterus, ovaries, and early pregnancy sac.
You will typically be asked to drink 32 ounces (approximately 1 liter) of water an hour before your appointment.
Yes! We understand how special it is to see your baby’s first images. Your sonographer will do their very best to capture some clear, high-quality keepsake pictures of your baby for you to take home and cherish.
Please understand that image quality can vary depending on the baby’s position and gestational age.
No, in alignment with the Canada Health Act, nearly all diagnostic prenatal ultrasound exams performed at our facility are considered medically necessary insured services and therefore cannot be privately paid for to bypass public wait times. Our scheduling system prioritizes clinical urgency. Elective “entertainment” ultrasounds (e.g., solely for gender reveal without medical indication) are not offered.
We understand you may wish to share your ultrasound experience. For obstetrical (prenatal) ultrasounds, we are pleased to allow one support person into the exam room with you. For other types of ultrasound exams, we evaluate requests to bring a support person into the exam room on a case-by-case basis, depending on the patient’s emotional or physical needs and the nature of the examination. Please note that policies can change based on public health guidelines (e.g., during a pandemic), so it’s always best to confirm with our booking staff.
Certain specialized or high-risk prenatal ultrasound exams are performed only at our Red Deer location. This is because these complex scans either require the direct, immediate presence of a radiologist for interpretation and consultation, or they utilize advanced equipment and expertise that is consolidated at our main facility to ensure the highest standard of care for more intricate cases.
The gender of your baby can often be determined during your detailed fetal anatomy scan, which is typically performed around 18-22 weeks of pregnancy. However, clear visualization depends entirely on the baby’s position during the ultrasound exam. Our sonographer will only reveal the gender if you explicitly wish to know, and if they can clearly and confidently identify it.
For certain ultrasound exams, particularly those of the pelvis (like early pregnancy scans or gynaecological ultrasounds), having a full bladder is crucial.
A full bladder helps to push bowel loops out of the way, creating a clear “acoustic window” that allows the sound waves to travel more effectively, providing better visualization of the structures in your pelvis, such as the uterus, ovaries, and early pregnancy sac.
You will typically be asked to drink 32 ounces (approximately 1 liter) of water an hour before your appointment.
Yes! We understand how special it is to see your baby’s first images. Your sonographer will do their very best to capture some clear, high-quality keepsake pictures of your baby for you to take home and cherish.
Please understand that image quality can vary depending on the baby’s position and gestational age.
No, in alignment with the Canada Health Act, nearly all diagnostic prenatal ultrasound exams performed at our facility are considered medically necessary insured services and therefore cannot be privately paid for to bypass public wait times. Our scheduling system prioritizes clinical urgency. Elective “entertainment” ultrasounds (e.g., solely for gender reveal without medical indication) are not offered.
We understand you may wish to share your ultrasound experience. For obstetrical (prenatal) ultrasounds, we are pleased to allow one support person into the exam room with you. For other types of ultrasound exams, we evaluate requests to bring a support person into the exam room on a case-by-case basis, depending on the patient’s emotional or physical needs and the nature of the examination. Please note that policies can change based on public health guidelines (e.g., during a pandemic), so it’s always best to confirm with our booking staff.
Certain specialized or high-risk prenatal ultrasound exams are performed only at our Red Deer location. This is because these complex scans either require the direct, immediate presence of a radiologist for interpretation and consultation, or they utilize advanced equipment and expertise that is consolidated at our main facility to ensure the highest standard of care for more intricate cases.
The gender of your baby can often be determined during your detailed fetal anatomy scan, which is typically performed around 18-22 weeks of pregnancy. However, clear visualization depends entirely on the baby’s position during the ultrasound exam. Our sonographer will only reveal the gender if you explicitly wish to know, and if they can clearly and confidently identify it.
For certain ultrasound exams, particularly those of the pelvis (like early pregnancy scans or gynaecological ultrasounds), having a full bladder is crucial.
A full bladder helps to push bowel loops out of the way, creating a clear “acoustic window” that allows the sound waves to travel more effectively, providing better visualization of the structures in your pelvis, such as the uterus, ovaries, and early pregnancy sac.
You will typically be asked to drink 32 ounces (approximately 1 liter) of water an hour before your appointment.
Yes! We understand how special it is to see your baby’s first images. Your sonographer will do their very best to capture some clear, high-quality keepsake pictures of your baby for you to take home and cherish.
Please understand that image quality can vary depending on the baby’s position and gestational age.
No, in alignment with the Canada Health Act, nearly all diagnostic prenatal ultrasound exams performed at our facility are considered medically necessary insured services and therefore cannot be privately paid for to bypass public wait times. Our scheduling system prioritizes clinical urgency. Elective “entertainment” ultrasounds (e.g., solely for gender reveal without medical indication) are not offered.
We understand you may wish to share your ultrasound experience. For obstetrical (prenatal) ultrasounds, we are pleased to allow one support person into the exam room with you. For other types of ultrasound exams, we evaluate requests to bring a support person into the exam room on a case-by-case basis, depending on the patient’s emotional or physical needs and the nature of the examination. Please note that policies can change based on public health guidelines (e.g., during a pandemic), so it’s always best to confirm with our booking staff.
Certain specialized or high-risk prenatal ultrasound exams are performed only at our Red Deer location. This is because these complex scans either require the direct, immediate presence of a radiologist for interpretation and consultation, or they utilize advanced equipment and expertise that is consolidated at our main facility to ensure the highest standard of care for more intricate cases.
The gender of your baby can often be determined during your detailed fetal anatomy scan, which is typically performed around 18-22 weeks of pregnancy. However, clear visualization depends entirely on the baby’s position during the ultrasound exam. Our sonographer will only reveal the gender if you explicitly wish to know, and if they can clearly and confidently identify it.
For certain ultrasound exams, particularly those of the pelvis (like early pregnancy scans or gynaecological ultrasounds), having a full bladder is crucial.
A full bladder helps to push bowel loops out of the way, creating a clear “acoustic window” that allows the sound waves to travel more effectively, providing better visualization of the structures in your pelvis, such as the uterus, ovaries, and early pregnancy sac.
You will typically be asked to drink 32 ounces (approximately 1 liter) of water an hour before your appointment.
Yes! We understand how special it is to see your baby’s first images. Your sonographer will do their very best to capture some clear, high-quality keepsake pictures of your baby for you to take home and cherish.
Please understand that image quality can vary depending on the baby’s position and gestational age.
Preparing For Your Appointment
PATIENT PREPARATION
- Dress comfortably, with loose, easy to remove, clothing.
- You may be asked to change into a gown.
- Jewelry will have to be removed from the region of interest.
- Preparation for each exam is found below. Specific preparation for pediatric patients will be given at the time of booking.
- You may eat and take medications as usual prior to your exam.
- You are required to have a full bladder for this exam. Have 1000 ml (4 cups) of water completed 1 hour prior to your appointment time and DO NOT empty your bladder. Once the initial images of your full bladder are taken, you’ll be able to empty.
- If endovaginal imaging is required, you’ll be asked to empty your bladder prior to the additional endovaginal imaging.
- Specifically for Combined First Trimester Screen (FTS or Nuchal)
- Your weight will be taken and you will be asked a series of questions related to your pregnancy history.
- Following the ultrasound exam, you will be given a lab requisition to have your blood drawn the same day.
WHAT TO EXPECT DURING YOUR EXAM
- Once you have checked in at the front desk, you’ll be taken back to a change room.
- You may be asked to change into a gown and remove jewelry, depending on what kind of exam you are having.
- You can take your belongings into the exam room with you.
- The sonographer (ultrasound technologist) will ask you a series of questions relevant to the exam being done and then explain the procedure.
- Most exams are done with you laying on an ultrasound bed, although your position may vary depending on the area being examined.
- The sonographer will put a small amount of ultrasound gel on the area of interest and then use an ultrasound transducer (probe) to acquire images. In order to obtain good quality images, it may be necessary to apply some pressure with the probe.
- If Doppler is used during your exam, you will hear sounds when the Doppler is activated.
- Both still and moving images will be recorded and various measurements taken.
- The data will be reviewed by a radiologist after the exam is completed.
AFTER YOUR EXAM
- You will be free to go.
Covered by Alberta Health Care
Exams related to infertility and IVF are private pay
Referrals are necessary for all bookings
Exam Duration: 30 – 60mins
- Double the time for twin pregnancies
Shout out to the two amazing women who assisted me in my MRI appointment today, although I came in with anxiety of the unknown and don’t do well in closed spaces these two wonderful ladies made my experience not only great but I was able to make it through it with ease and comfort, thank you so very much for your kindness and amazing support and service, two of the most beautiful women it’s great to see there is still amazing people out there, thank you again ladies 🙌🙌🙌🫶
Tara B.
Always have a professional and kind experience with CAMIS. I was lucky enough to have Debbie this last time and she was incredibly kind and gentle for a procedure that can be uncomfortable. Very thoughtful and walked me through everything with humor and unmatched professionalism. All staff have been great in my experience.
Natalie B
I had an amazing experience having my test done here today. Jordyn was very personable (great interpersonal and communication skills) – made me feel at ease and comfortable during my test. She is an excellent ultrasound technologist! She explained the procedures and my test was done on time. Thank you for the excellent service Jordyn!
Experanza E.
I cannot say enough good things about all the staff and doctors I interacted with the last two days. What was a very scary and stressful time was made enjoyable, easy, understandable and friendly.
Carrie McKay
I cannot say enough good things about all the staff and doctors I interacted with the last two days. What was a very scary and stressful time was made enjoyable, easy, understandable and friendly. Everyone from the greeter at the door to front desk staff to all the wonderful nurses and technicians made this whole process so easy and relieving.
Carrie M
I had a Barbotage treatment at the new CAMIS Notre Dame location. I have to say the staff there are excellent. The one in the treatment room with me was so kind, considerate and compassionate). I just want to compliment the lovely lady who assisted the Doctor who was also exceptionally good at trying not to cause me any more pain. Great job done by both of them.
Carole Carnahan
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