Aquascan

Aquascan

An Aquascan (sometimes called saline hysterography or saline infusion sonography) is a 3D ultrasound scan which is performed to give a detailed assessment of the uterus (womb). The best time to have it done is between days 5 and 12 of your menstrual cycle.

Why is the test done?

Sometimes fertility problems, miscarriage, or abnormal bleeding are caused by problems inside the uterus. This could be polyps, fibroids, tumours, or scar tissue which can be seen on the Aquascan.

What does the test involve?

You will be asked to avoid having sex from the first day of your period until after the test is done and you might be asked to have some tests for sexually transmitted infections.

You will be asked to empty your bladder then you will undress from the waist down and lie on your back. The doctor will do a transvaginal ultrasound and then insert a very thin plastic tube through the cervix and into the uterus. The doctor will then insert fluid through the tube while taking some images with the ultrasound scanner. It will take about 30 minutes and you might experience period-type pains.

What happens after an Aquascan?

Depending on the reasons for having the test, you might be referred for additional tests or surgery. If it is being used for fertility testing then it will be used to help make a plan for fertility treatment.

Aquascan (including ultrasound) price £500