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Most ultrasound exams require no preparation, with a few exceptions: 1  For some ultrasound exams, such as of the gallbladder, your doctor may ask that you not eat or drink for up to 6 hours before the exam.
Bear in mind that you may need a second ultrasound before you know for certain if all is well. If you are unsure of the first day of your last period you will be offered a dating ultrasound when you are between 10 and 14 weeks pregnant (SOGC 2003) . The main reason for the ultrasound is to work out how many weeks pregnant you are, and to estimate your due date.