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Ultrasound |
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What is Ultrasound? |
Ultrasound (also called sonography)
is a non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to view and
produce images of internal organs, tissue and blood flow inside the
body. The images are created when sound waves are transmitted
to the area of interest and the returning echoes are recorded.
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| How do I prepare for my ultrasound exam? |
| Below are some of the exams
performed here and their required preparation. If your exam is
not listed then please contact us at 719-526-7300 for guidance. |
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Abdominal
aorta
Carotid
Lower extremity venous doppler
Testicular
Thyroid
Transvaginal
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No preparation required |
Abdominal
ultrasound
Right upper quadrant
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Nothing to eat or drink after
midnight the night before your exam.
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Renal (kidney)
ultrasound
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Drink 16 ounces of water 1 hour
before your exam. DO NOT urinate. Your
bladder must be full to obtain optimal images.
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Obstetrical
ultrasound (complete/limited)
Pelvic ultrasound (transabdominal)
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Drink 32 ounces of liquid (no soda
or other carbonated beverages) 2 hours before your exam.
DO NOT urinate. Your bladder must be full to
obtain optimal images.
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| Breast
(ultrasound guided breast procedures) |
No perfume, powders or deodorant on
the chest or underarm area.
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