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. The exams times range 30 min to 60 minutes based on organs to be evaluated.

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 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.