Pregnancy Testing

Why do I need a lab quality pregnancy test?

Vida Medical Clinic provides confidential lab quality pregnancy tests at no cost to you. Lab quality pregnancy tests measures HCG in your urine. HCG is a hormone that is secreted when you are pregnant. For accurate results, urine should be collected and tested in the clinic by a nurse about a week after your first missed period. Testing before that time may result in a false negative result because the levels of the hCG hormone may not yet be high enough to detect. Testing is quick, easy and the result is immediately interpreted by a nurse.

How early can I have a positive pregnancy test?

The best time to come in for a pregnancy test is about one week after your first missed period.

What if my test is positive?

Ultrasounds are performed after a positive test result to confirm the pregnancy. The ultrasound may be performed on the same date as the pregnancy test or scheduled for a later date which is determined by the nurse and your health history.

Vida Medical Clinic’s licensed professionals are available to answer your questions, offer consultations, and provide evidence-based medical education about your pregnancy options; however, we do not offer or refer for abortion services.

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FAQ's

If I am under the age of 18, do I need my parent’s permission to come into the clinic?

No. You can call 920-731-4354 and schedule your own appointment. Testing and treatment is confidential and free.

What medications can I take?

A summarized medication list will be given to you at your visit at Vida Medical Clinic. It is best to speak with your medical provider before taking any new medications and to address those you currently are taking regularly.

How do I know if I am having a miscarriage?

A normal pregnancy lasts about 40 weeks from the first day of the last menstrual period. The loss of pregnancy during the first trimester is called early pregnancy loss, miscarriage or spontaneous abortion. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) estimates that as many as 26% of all pregnancies end in miscarriage. Most women who experience a loss have successful pregnancies in the future. Symptoms may include vaginal spotting/bleeding, abdominal cramping, and lower back pain and/or passing tissue. Vida Medical Clinic cannot manage a miscarriage. Area provider contacts will be given.

What can I do if I can't afford a baby?

Vida Support Services can help.

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What is available to me if I parent?

Vida Support Services provides parent education for men, women, and couples, community resource referrals, events for families and parents, and material support. Vida mentors can answer questions and connect you with other support agencies in the area.

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Is a visit to your clinic confidential?

Yes, all of our services are confidential and free.

When can I have an ultrasound?

Ultrasound timing will be based on the date of your last menstrual cycle.

Can Vida give me a due date?

Ultrasound is used to confirm viability and dating of pregnancy.

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When do I need to see a doctor?

At 8-10 weeks into your pregnancy.

What do I need to do before I get an abortion?

For your health and safety if you are considering an abortion, viability and pregnancy dating should be confirmed by pregnancy test and ultrasound. A viable pregnancy is one that is capable of developing under normal conditions. Accurate information on abortion procedures and risks, as well as STI testing and treatment is important to obtain prior to an abortion. Vida does not provide or refer for abortions, but our nurses will discuss and answer any questions.

How do I know if I am having an ectopic (tubal) pregnancy?

In most cases, a woman’s egg is fertilized by a man’s sperm in one of her fallopian tubes. The fertilized egg moves through the tube to the lining of the uterus where it implants and starts to grow. An ectopic pregnancy happens when the fertilized egg grows outside of the uterus. This is a potential emergency. Symptoms may include severe abdominal pain on one side or radiating to a shoulder, light headedness and/ or dizziness. If you are experiencing these symptoms seek care immediately or call 911. Vida Medical Clinic cannot manage an ectopic pregnancy.

Can someone come with me to my appointment?

Yes. We may need to see you for part of your appointment alone, but your support person can be there for most of your appointment.