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Transvaginal ultrasoundTransvaginal ultrasound is a type of pelvic ultrasound. It is used to look at a woman's reproductive organs, including the uterus, ovaries, cervix, and vagina. Transvaginal means across or through the vagina.See also: Pregnancy ultrasoundHow the Test is PerformedYou will lie down on a table with your knees bent and feet in holders called stirrups. The health care provider will place a probe, called a transducer, into the vagina. The probe is covered with a condom and a gel. The probe sends out sound waves, which reflect off body structures. A computer receives these waves and uses them to create a picture. The doctor can immediately see the picture on a nearby TV monitor.The health care provider will move the probe within the area to see the pelvic organs. This test can be used during pregnancy.In some cases, a special transvaginal ultrasound method called saline infusion sonography (SIS), also called sonohysterography or hysterosonography, may be needed to more clearly view the uterus.This test requires saline (sterile salt water) to be placed into the uterus before the ultrasound. The saline helps outline any abnormal masses, so the doctor can get a better idea of their size.SIS is not done on pregnant women.So, Pennsylvania Governor Tom Corbett [REPUBLICAN DIRTBAG-PA] Is a lying Piece of dog feces...