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What is an Ultrasound?
Ultrasound or sonogram is a diagnostic imaging technique that uses the properties of high frequency sound waves to create images of the inside of the body, based on the same principle that sonar is used in submarines.
Just as in a CT (computed tomography), sectional images are obtained throughout the organ of interest. The computer receives the reflected sound waves and constructs an image that the doctor can interpret.
Patient Preparation:
Most sonograms are completed within 20 to 30 minutes. Many exams require no special preparation. The exceptions are as follows:
1. Kidney (renal): We request you not empty your bladder one hour prior to your exam so we may visualize your urinary bladder. YOU DO NOT HAVE TO DRINK anything prior to this exam.
2. Upper Abdomen (i.e. gallbladder, pancreas, liver): You must be NPO (nothing to eat or drink) for 8 hours. *You may take your medications with a minimum amount of water, unless it interferes with any other procedure you may be having.
3. Pelvic Exam: You must drink 32oz of liquid (milk and juices with pulp are not recommended), and finish one hour prior to your scheduled exam time. Your bladder must be full prior to the procedure.
There are no restrictions following this exam.
During the Examination:
During an ultrasound, you will be asked to lay down. An aquasonic gel will be put on the skin over the area of interest to aid in the transmission of the sound waves, and to enable the sonographer to glide easier across the tissue.
There are no restrictions following this exam.
A radiologist will read your ultrasound exam and a report will be sent to your doctor.
You will need to follow up with your doctor for the results.
If you have any questions please call our Norwood office at 513-366-3180.
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