{"id":105720,"date":"2023-08-15T10:30:29","date_gmt":"2023-08-15T08:30:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ivi.uk\/?p=105720"},"modified":"2023-07-28T11:12:18","modified_gmt":"2023-07-28T09:12:18","slug":"first-scan-after-ivf-pregnancy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ivi.uk\/blog\/first-scan-after-ivf-pregnancy\/","title":{"rendered":"First pregnancy scan after In Vitro Fertilization treatment"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The <strong>first scan after <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ivi.uk\/assisted-reproduction-treatments\/in-vitro-fertilisation\/\">IVF<\/a> pregnancy<\/strong> is a highly anticipated moment for patients, evoking a range of emotions. It signifies the confirmation of pregnancy following the beta test and offers the first glimpse of the implanted embryo.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s normal for fears and even anxiety to arise before this appointment. Many patients find the &#8220;ultrasound wait&#8221; to be more challenging than the &#8220;beta wait.&#8221; These approximately 10 days are filled with high hopes, especially when the pregnancy arises from a treatment. Today, we&#8217;ll discuss the timing and <strong>expectations of the first ultrasound after IVF<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_68_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ivi.uk\/blog\/first-scan-after-ivf-pregnancy\/#Waiting_for_first_ultrasound_after_IVF\" title=\"Waiting for first ultrasound after IVF\u00a0\">Waiting for first ultrasound after IVF\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ivi.uk\/blog\/first-scan-after-ivf-pregnancy\/#When_to_perform_the_first_pregnancy_scan_after_IVF_treatment\" title=\"When to perform the first pregnancy scan after IVF treatment\">When to perform the first pregnancy scan after IVF treatment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ivi.uk\/blog\/first-scan-after-ivf-pregnancy\/#7-week_scan_after_IVF_what_to_expect\" title=\"7-week scan after IVF: what to expect\u00a0\">7-week scan after IVF: what to expect\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ivi.uk\/blog\/first-scan-after-ivf-pregnancy\/#We_are_here_for_you\" title=\"We are here for you\u00a0\">We are here for you\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Waiting_for_first_ultrasound_after_IVF\"><\/span><strong>Waiting for first ultrasound after IVF\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>First scan after IVF pregnancy allows for the <strong>assessment of whether it is a multiple pregnancy or just a single embryo<\/strong>. It also serves to evaluate the size and position of the embryo and the placenta. Later, the heartbeat can be heard, and its rhythm and characteristics can be checked.<\/p>\n<p>Although waiting for this first appointment can be challenging, it is important to approach it with serenity and calmness. It is also crucial to understand that <strong>not everything may be visible in this first scan after IVF<\/strong>, and this is not necessarily a negative indication.<\/p>\n<p>Firstly, the normal development of the embryo can vary. Additionally, the first ultrasound provides a snapshot, which can change with a different position or a movement. Lastly, patients should avoid comparing ultrasounds and results because the image can vary depending on the individual body tissues. Each pregnancy has unique characteristics.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_perform_the_first_pregnancy_scan_after_IVF_treatment\"><\/span><strong>When to perform the first pregnancy scan after IVF treatment<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In an IVF treatment, the beta test is conducted between <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ivi.uk\/blog\/manage-anxiety-after-ivf\/\">12 and 14 days after the embryo transfer<\/a>. This blood test determines if pregnancy has occurred. Once the result is positive, it is essential to undergo the first ultrasound to confirm it.<\/p>\n<p>This first scan is performed between 3 and 5 weeks after the beta test, typically around 6 or 7 weeks of gestation. The first echography after IVF occurs slightly earlier compared to a natural pregnancy.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7-week_scan_after_IVF_what_to_expect\"><\/span><strong>7-week scan after IVF: what to expect<\/strong><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Although the pregnancy may have occurred just a few weeks prior, the first ultrasound provides valuable information to specialists. Here are some of the parameters that can be evaluated:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Amniotic cavity<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This structure is visible even before the embryo itself. It appears as <strong>a dark space surrounded by a clearer border<\/strong>. Typically, it measures between 10 and 14 mm, although larger or smaller structures are completely normal and do not reflect any abnormalities in the pregnancy.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Embryo<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In the first scan after IVF, the embryo can be seen, although in many cases, its size may be too small to be visible. The embryo appears as <strong>a cellular structure measuring between 2 and 8 mm<\/strong>, attached to the yolk sac during the early weeks of gestation. Its growth rate is rapid, reaching around 1 mm per day. From these cells, all organs will develop.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Heartbeat<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The heartbeat can be heard from approximately the sixth week. The heart rate is usually between <strong>90 and 110 beats per minute<\/strong>, gradually increasing over time. Besides being a very special moment for patients, hearing the heartbeat is an indication of the embryo&#8217;s vitality.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"We_are_here_for_you\"><\/span><strong>We are here for you\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>At IVI, we specialise in assisted reproduction treatments. However, we can also assist patients with ultrasound monitoring of their embryo&#8217;s development. If you have any questions about the ultrasound after IVF, please don&#8217;t hesitate to contact us. The experts at IVI will be delighted to answer any questions and provide guidance to all women who dream of becoming mothers. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ivi.uk\/ask-for-an-appointment\/\">You can call us or leave your information, and we will get in touch with you. We look forward to assisting you!<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The first scan after IVF pregnancy is a highly anticipated moment for patients, evoking a range of emotions. It signifies the confirmation of pregnancy following the beta test and offers the first glimpse of the implanted embryo. It&#8217;s normal for fears and even anxiety to arise before this appointment. Many patients find the &#8220;ultrasound wait&#8221;&#8230; <a class=\"view-article\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ivi.uk\/blog\/first-scan-after-ivf-pregnancy\/\">View Article<\/a>","protected":false},"author":42,"featured_media":105722,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[17],"tags":[216,206,301],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v22.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>First scan after ivf pregnancy: when is it performed? 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