Ultrasound

An ultrasound or sonography is helpful in seeing the internal body organs which can include the abdominal aorta, gallbladder, liver, pancreas, spleen, kidneys and urinary bladder, as well as viewing your pregnancy. Ultrasound uses sound waves that penetrate the body and reflect back using a hand held probe or transducer which shows live images on a monitor that are then recorded.

Insurance and Other Information

At the time of scheduling, you will be asked for your prescription, insurance, personal identification and to provide any outside imaging which the radiologist can use to compare your exam to.

Duration of Exams

Most exams are completed within 30 minutes. During the exam, warm gel is applied to the specific body site ordered by your doctor. Then a transducer is swept over that area. You may feel a little pressure. Once the exam is over, you may be instructed to empty your filled urinary bladder or resume your normal eating habits.