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Ultrasound – A pelvic ultrasound uses sound waves to produce pictures of the structures and organs in the lower abdomen and pelvis. There are three types of pelvic ultrasounds: abdominal, vaginal (for women), and rectal (for men). These ultrasounds are frequently used to evaluate the reproductive and urinary systems. Ultrasounds are safe, […]
Ultrasound - A pregnancy ultrasound is a test that uses high-frequency sound waves to image the developing baby as well as the mother’s reproductive organs. The average number of ultrasounds varies with each pregnancy. A pregnancy ultrasound, also called a sonogram, can help monitor normal fetal development and screen for any potential problems. […]
The nuchal translucency is the fluid found at the back of your baby’s head and neck, just beneath the skin. A nuchal translucency (NT) measurement is taken through a transvaginal or transabdominal ultrasound, measuring the thickness of this fluid. Normally the amount of fluid is small, producing a thin NT measurement. […]
Ultrasound – Abdominal ultrasounds use sound waves to produce pictures of the structures within the upper abdomen. It is used to help diagnose pain or distention and evaluate the kidneys, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, spleen and abdominal aorta. An abdominal ultrasound is safe, noninvasive and does not use ionizing radiation. This procedure requires little […]
Ultrasound - A thyroid ultrasound is a painless procedure that uses sound waves to generate images of the inside of your body. Thyroid ultrasounds are used to detect abnormalities such as cysts, nodules, and tumors. An ultrasound might be ordered if your doctor detects a lump on your neck, which is where the thyroid is located […]
Ultrasound - A testicular ultrasound is a diagnostic test that obtains images of the testicles and the surrounding tissues in your scrotum. Ultrasounds are also referred to as sonography or ultrasound scanning. Your doctor may refer to a testicular ultrasound as a testicular sonogram or scrotal ultrasound. The two testicles are the primary male […]
Ultrasound - A venous Doppler ultrasound is a test that uses high frequency sound waves (ultrasound) to measure the amount of blood flow through your arteries and veins, usually those that supply blood to your arms and legs. Vascular flow studies, also known as blood flow studies, can detect abnormal flow within an an artery or blood vessel. This can help to diagnose and treat a […]
Ultrasound - A breast ultrasound is an imaging technique commonly used to screen for tumors and other breast abnormalities. The breast ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves to produce detailed images of the inside of the breasts. Unlike X-rays and CT scans, ultrasounds don’t use radiation and are considered safe for pregnant women and breast-feeding mothers. […]