The Endometrial Lining Scan is a gynecological ultrasound to examine the appearance of the lining of the uterus (womb), called endometrium. The endometrium is a mucous tissue that thickens in preparation for a potential pregnancy to facilitate a fertilized egg to implant. If the egg does not attach, instead, the endometrium becomes thinner and sheds during the menstrual cycle. Abnormalities in the endometrium may affect you in several ways including in your ability to get pregnant. Additionally, if you are receiving treatment, the endometrial lining scan can help monitor the lining’s response to stimulation.
Who may benefit from this scan
- If you are trying to get pregnant and would like to appropriately time natural conception
- If you are trying to get pregnant and would like to appropriately time assisted conception
- To rule out certain conditions that may cause difficulties in getting pregnant
- If you have a history of miscarriages
- Menstrual cycle disorders
What’s included
- 20 mins appointment
- Scan report and supporting images
- Uterus, cervix, endometrium, ovaries, and adnexa check
Is a medical referral necessary to schedule a scan?
No referral is required. If you are receiving treatment, your fertility clinic may refer you to have a scan. The scan provides useful information to share with your doctor. Should our sonographer observe anything of concern, you will be referred to discuss with your doctor for further investigations.
The Procedure
- Please arrive 10 minutes before your appointment time. You will be welcomed at our clinic and asked to complete an informed consent form before each scan.
- When ready, the sonographer will welcome you in the consultation room, confirm your details, the reason for your scan and discuss any particular concerns you may have
- This scan is an internal (transvaginal) scan. Before proceeding with the scan, please ensure to inform us of any pre-existing medical conditions you may have.
- The sonographer will explain to you what you are seeing. He/she may be quiet for a few moments while concentrating on measurements.
- At the end of the appointment, you will be invited back to the reception room where you can collect your report and supporting images.
