If you received a positive pregnancy test, it is important to verify the results through an ultrasound. There are many reasons an ultrasound can aid in the decision making process:

1. Many women are unsure of their last menstrual cycle, thus unable to be confident of the gestational age of the pregnancy. An ultrasound provides the answer.
2. An ultrasound can determine the viability of the pregnancy, so that a women can know if a decision needs to be made.
3. Rule out an ectopic pregnancy. Pregnancy can occur outside of the uterus, this is dangerous to the health of the woman. Ectopic pregnancy should always be ruled out prior to taking abortion pills or having an abortion procedure.

Having an accurate picture of what is going on inside of your body allows you to decide the next best step.