During this time, the lining of the uterus — called the endometrium — is shed. This occurs if the implantation of a fertilized egg (a pregnancy) doesn't occur. Follicular Phase ...

During this type of ultrasound, a wand slides over your belly, taking images of what’s inside. A transabdominal ultrasound provides a wider overview of what’s happening within your abdomen.

Healthcare professionals recommend that most pregnant people have at least one ultrasound during the second trimester of pregnancy, between 18 and 22 weeks. ... uterus, and ovaries.

The first step in testing for endometrial cancer is usually an ultrasound. But new research suggests this test may miss cases in Black women, delaying diagnoses.

In 2024, Doll and her colleagues reported a remarkable finding: That transvaginal ultrasound measurements of endometrial thickness — a diagnostic tool used to decide whether to biopsy in a case ...

By using high-resolution imaging, doctors can accurately detect abnormalities in the reproductive system, such as ovarian cysts or growths in the uterus, which may indicate early signs of cancer.

A tissue biopsy is strongly recommended in Black patients to rule out endometrial cancer, instead of using a transvaginal ultrasound to discover the disease. “Ultrasounds are great.