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Expert: Charlotte Sherrell, DVM - 11/12/2009


Question
Hi,

I have a pregnant cat (about 3 weeks pregnant), and I was wondering if its possible to know the number of babies she is carrying by using ultrasound?

Thanks


Answer
Blaze -

Ultrasound can be useful for diagnosis of pregnancy; however the number of fetuses is often miscounted with ultrasound because one can only view a section of the uterus at a time.   Radiographs are more effective for determining the number of babies in the uterus.


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Charlotte Sherrell, DVM

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Charlotte Sherrell, DVM

Expertise

General questions about the care and diseases of small animals

Experience

I've been in the practice of veterinary medicine for ten years; Medical Director of Humane Society for nine years

Organizations
American Veterinary Medical Association American Association of Feline Practitioners Association of Shelter Veterinarians

Education/Credentials
B.S. Biology Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Tuskegee University Extensive CE in Feline Medicine

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