What Is Pre-Abortion Screening?

Pre-abortion screening is an important medical step that takes place before any abortion procedure. It helps confirm key details about your pregnancy, review your health history, and ensure you have the information you need to make a safe, informed decision about your care.

At North Metro Women’s Care, pre-abortion screening is designed to support your health, privacy, and peace of mind. The screening process allows your care team to identify any medical factors that could affect your options or safety and gives you time to ask questions and understand what comes next before making any decisions.

What to Expect at Your Appointment

When you come in for a pre-abortion screening, you can expect a supportive, confidential visit focused on your needs. You’ll be welcomed by a caring clinical team and guided through each step of the process at a comfortable pace.

Your appointment may include several components, all of which are completed during one visit. You’ll have time to review results, talk through your options, and ask questions. Nothing is rushed, and you are encouraged to speak up if you need clarification or more information at any point.

Key Components of Our Screening Process

Here are some of the tests and tools you may encounter during screening at North Metro Women’s Care.

Medical-grade Pregnancy Test

Your screening begins with a medical-grade pregnancy test to confirm the pregnancy. This ensures accurate results using clinical testing standards rather than over-the-counter methods.

Ultrasound for Pregnancy Dating & Viability

An ultrasound helps determine how far along your pregnancy is and confirms whether the pregnancy is developing within the uterus. Accurate dating is important because available options can vary by gestational age. Ultrasound imaging can also help identify certain medical conditions that may require additional care or referral.

Health History Review & Blood Work

During your screening, your provider will review your medical history with you, including any existing health conditions, medications, or past pregnancies. This information helps ensure that your care plan is appropriate and safe. If needed, blood work may be performed to gather additional health information.

STI Screening & Other Safety Checks

Depending on your situation, screening may include testing for sexually transmitted infections and other safety checks. Identifying infections early helps protect your health and reduce the risk of complications.

Options Education & Informed Consent

You will receive clear, factual information about your pregnancy options along with detailed information about what each option involves. This includes discussing timelines, potential risks, and what to expect. Informed consent is an essential part of the process to ensure you understand your choices and feel confident in the decisions you make.

Why Screening Matters: Safety, Accuracy, and Informed Decisions

Pre-abortion screening plays an important role in protecting your health. Confirming gestational age, reviewing your medical history, and identifying potential concerns all support safer care and better planning.

Screening also gives you reliable information about your situation so you can make decisions based on facts rather than uncertainty. Understanding your pregnancy and your options allows you to move forward with clarity and confidence.

Confidentiality, Care & Support at North Metro Women’s Care

At North Metro Women’s Care, your privacy and well-being are taken seriously. You can expect compassionate, professional care in a confidential setting where you are treated with respect at every step.

We believe in providing clear communication, individualized attention, and a supportive environment to everyone who walks through our doors. Appointments are designed to feel calm and respectful, so you can feel informed and supported throughout your visit.

How to Schedule a Screening

Scheduling a pre-abortion screening at North Metro Women’s Care is simple. Contact our clinic directly to book an appointment and receive guidance on what to bring and how to prepare. If you have questions before your visit, our friendly team is available to help you understand the process and take the next step with confidence.