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How can I askquestions to getmore information?Asking your care provider questions can help you get the information you want and need. Below are some questions you might want to askyour care provider to get more information before you are offered a first trimester ultrasound scan.When would you normally offer a woman a first trimester ultrasound scan?Would you do a first trimester ultrasound scan if I asked for one?How would you feel if I declined a first trimester ultrasound scan if it was offered to me?Below are some questions you might ask your care provider to get more information if you are offered a first trimester ultrasound scan.How long do I have to think about this decision?What are the possible outcomes in my unique pregnancy if I choose not to have a first trimester ultrasound scan?What are the possible outcomes in my unique pregnancy if I choose to have a first trimester ultrasound scan?When, where and how would the first trimester ultrasound scan be done?What could I find out from this ultrasound scan?Could I choose to find some things out and not find other things out during this ultrasound scan?Is there a cost involved in having a first trimester ultrasound scan?Below are some questions you might like to ask if you choose to have a first trimester ultrasound scan.How can I prepare for my ultrasound scan?Can I bring support people with me to my ultrasound scan?Is it possible to have a print out or DVD of my ultrasound scan afterward?46