Private Dating Ultrasound Scan in Melbourne
Embark on your pregnancy journey with clarity and peace of mind at Precious Glimpse. We are one of the few Melbourne-based clinics offering fully bulk-billed dating ultrasound scans, ensuring you begin this important stage without financial barriers.
By confirming your due date early and accurately, these scans help lay the foundation for personalised prenatal care, guiding you and your healthcare provider through every milestone ahead. Experience the reassurance that comes from starting off on the right foot, knowing you’ve chosen a service that values both your comfort and your budget.
Dating Ultrasound Scan Melbourne
Looking for a trustworthy and comprehensive dating scan near you? At Precious Glimpse, our private ultrasound facility is dedicated to providing expectant mothers with personalised, attentive care during the early stages of pregnancy. Our dating ultrasound scan is performed by a team of qualified female sonographers, ensuring you feel comfortable, supported and well-informed throughout the entire process.
During the delicate early weeks, when your baby’s development is just beginning, a dating scan ultrasound offers accurate information about the gestational age of your baby. By identifying the gestational sac, confirming the number of fetuses, and detecting fetal heartbeat and viability, we can establish your estimated due date (EDD) and help guide the timing of other recommended prenatal tests. If you are experiencing uncertainty or have irregular cycles, an early dating ultrasound can provide the clarity and reassurance you need.
At Precious Glimpse, we tailor our early pregnancy scan services to suit your individual needs. Whether you’re 6 or 12 weeks along, our viability scan helps detect potential issues early on, allowing your healthcare provider to make informed decisions about your care.
We look forward to meeting you and your growing family. Book your appointment today to experience the warmth, expertise, and personalised attention that Precious Glimpse brings to every dating ultrasound scan session.
What Is Dating Ultrasound Scan?
A dating ultrasound scan, often referred to as a viability scan, is typically the first prenatal ultrasound in your pregnancy journey. From around 6 weeks gestation, this scan confirms that your baby is developing normally, verifies if it is a single or multiple pregnancy and provides an accurate due date. With this information, you can better plan for future tests, appointments, and milestones.
For women who have uncertain menstrual dates, late ovulation, or irregular cycles, a dating ultrasound ensures you have a precise timeline for your pregnancy. This knowledge helps you and your healthcare provider schedule important prenatal screenings, ensuring your baby receives the best possible start.
What is the estimated time for a dating scan?
A dating ultrasound scan is typically performed between 6 to 12 weeks of pregnancy. During this critical period, the scan provides valuable insight into your baby’s early growth and helps establish a clear framework for the months ahead.
What Should You Expect Through Your Dating Ultrasound Scan?
When you arrive, you’ll fill out a brief form noting details such as your last menstrual period, if known. Our experienced sonographer will call you into the scanning room and explain the procedure, ensuring you feel fully prepared.
1. Abdomen:
In this method, you’ll lie comfortably on an examination table. A water-soluble gel is applied to your abdomen, and the sonographer will gently move the ultrasound probe over the area to capture clear images of the uterus and developing baby. A full bladder often helps achieve more detailed results, as it provides a better window for imaging.
2. Vaginal:
In some cases, especially very early in pregnancy, a transvaginal ultrasound may provide clearer images. You’ll be asked to empty your bladder and change into a gown. A sterile, covered probe is carefully inserted into the vagina. By adjusting the probe’s angle and pressure, the sonographer can obtain detailed views of the uterus, ovaries, and developing embryo. This method often yields more accurate images, ensuring you receive the most precise information about your baby’s early growth.
What Will You Learn From This Scan?
A dating ultrasound scan reveals essential information, including:
The number of gestational sacs and fetuses
The presence of a fetal heartbeat
The fetal size, which helps estimate gestational age
Any unusual uterine features, such as fibroids, that may influence your pregnancy
Understanding these factors ensures that both you and your healthcare provider can plan the next steps in your prenatal care with greater confidence.
Precious Glimpse is open from 9 am to late, every day, offering flexibility to suit your schedule. If you have any questions about our early pregnancy scans or need more information about our dating ultrasound services, feel free to contact us. Surcharges apply after 5pm, on public holidays, and weekends.
When to have it: From 6 – 12 weeks
Cost: $150, eligible rebate of $58.55 ($180 on weekends)
Duration: Up to 15 minutes
What’s included:
Medical report (up to 2 business days)
3 thermal black and white photos
Tricefy add-on available ($20)
Common FAQ
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What are the benefits of having a dating scan?
A dating scan can provide you with important information about your pregnancy. It can help to:
- determine how many weeks pregnant you are
- confirm your expected due date
- detect multiple pregnancies
- check the position of your baby in your uterus (womb)
Our Locations
Precious Glimpse is an accredited ultrasound medical clinic.
Precious Glimpse P/L is an Australian trademark company.
251 Ballarat Rd, Footscray VIC 3011
contact@preciousglimpse.com.au
(03) 9060 7887
@preciousglimpsemelb
