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Ultrasound

Ultrasound (also known as a sonogram) produces images by generating high-frequency sound waves. A transducer placed on your skin, with warm gel, sends and receives sound waves into the body which produces gray scale echoes. These echoes produce images of the internal structures shape and size. The process is completely free of radiation or harmful side effects. Exam times range from 30 minutes to 60 minutes based on the organs to be evaluated.

Ultrasound

When preparing for an ultrasound examination

For Pregnancy or Pelvic Examinations

  • You may eat normally.
  • Your bladder must be full for this examination. Drink at least 16-20 ounces of liquid one hour prior to your examination.
  • Please do not urinate until after your examination is completed. If you are very uncomfortable, please notify our staff when you arrive.
  • Allow 30 minutes for pelvic exams and 75 minutes for OB exams.

Abdominal Examinations

  • Please avoid food and drinks for 6-8 hours before your abdominal ultrasound.
  • Allow 30 minutes for the examination.

Kidney Examination

  • Drink 20 ounces of water one full hour before your examination.

Examination of any other part of the body

  • No special preparation is required.
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