Early Pregnancy & Reassurance Scans in Leicester
Vital clarity and support during the first trimester (6 to 12 weeks).
Our specialist-led early pregnancy scans provide vital clarity and support during the first trimester (from 6 to 12 weeks). Whether you are seeking a viability scan to confirm your pregnancy, a reassurance scan for peace of mind, or require expert investigation into symptoms like pain or spotting, our consultants are here to help.
We provide meticulous clinical assessment to confirm pregnancy location—including the diagnosis of ectopic pregnancy or pregnancy of unknown location (PUL)—and to sensitively manage concerns regarding miscarriage.
At Althea, you receive more than just an image; you receive the expertise of specialist clinicians dedicated to your well-being.
What we check for:
- Confirmation of a heartbeat.
- Assessing the age of the pregnancy (dating).
- Checking for single or multiple pregnancies (twins).
- Excluding ectopic pregnancy or PUL.
- Identifying causes of early bleeding or pain.
- Referral to hospital for further management if required.
Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes and should not replace professional medical advice. For those experiencing severe pain and/or bleeding please seek urgent help from the hospital.
Pricing
FAQs
Yes. You will receive a full explanation during your appointment —and a digital report.
It may feel slightly uncomfortable but should not be painful. You are in control throughout the scan.
If you cannot tolerate internal transvaginal scans, please inform us before hand as there are limitations with transabdominal scans and you will need a full bladder for it.
Yes — with your consent, a detailed report can be shared with your healthcare provider.
Approximately 30 minutes, allowing time for careful assessment and full explanation.
Yes- we can do a early viability or reasurance scan if you are pregnant.
It can help if obvious problem is identified on the scan. You can seek consultation and tests at Althea before conceiving again.
Yes. You will be given a clear explanation and individual management plan, including guidance on further investigations or treatment options.
Yes. A dedicated recurrent miscarriage scan uses 3-D scan and specialist interpretation that standard scans do not provide. If you have had recurrent miscarriages, the 3-D scan is best done when you are not pregnant.
Specialist consultant-led ultrasound can detect structural uterine causes that may be missed on routine scans.
Ideally between day 5–10 of your menstrual cycle, when the womb lining is thin and abnormalities such as polyps or fibroids are easier to detect.
Yes in terms of
- reducing wait times
- consultant-led interpretation
- Immediate explanation and guidance
- No waiting lists
When performed by a consultant gynaecologist or a sonographer with experience, early pregnancy scans are accurate and help to provide expert opinion.
Yes. Bleeding is common and often harmless, but is best assessed with an ultrasound scan by a specialist. if you are bleeding heavily or in severe pain, we would recommend you to seek emergency care at the hospital.
An early pregnancy scan can:
- Confirm the pregnancy is in the womb
- Detect a heartbeat
- Estimate gestational age *
- Identify causes of bleeding or pain
- Exclude ectopic pregnancy
* However you will require the dating scan in the NHS as routine. this scan will NOT replace a dating scan
The ideal time is from 6 weeks onwards. Before this, it is often too early to see a heartbeat, which can cause unnecessary worry.
Yes — this is a diagnostic clinical service.
A consultant gynaecologist with expertise or an experienced sonographer and you can choose depending upon your need.
From 6 weeks — earlier scans often cause unnecessary worry.
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You will receive clear explanations, honest guidance and compassionate support throughout your visit.