Ultrasound is a non-invasive imaging technique which does not emit radiation. So, it is considered a very safe technique. Ultrasound tranducer (probe) transmits high frequency sound waves to view structures and organs inside our body. It is useful to see different abdominal organs, pelvic organs, tendons & ligaments and other soft tissues very effectively. Ultrasound imaging is also really useful to direct a needle at precise point during musculoskeletal injections, fluid aspiration and also to perform biopsy.

During ultrasound procedure, a gel is applied on the skin. This ultrasound gel doesn’t stain or smell and it is completely safe. Ultrasound gel enables ultrasound waves to receive and effectively transmit these soundwaves into the body to capture the required images.

Examination is generally takes 20 minutes to 30 minutes for general and musculoskeletal study but doppler study and pregnancy study may take a longer time. Different preparation is required for different ultrasound study like abdominal scan requires fasting while renal, pelvis and pregnancy scan requires full bladder. You will be specifically instructed for the preparation for your study while booking. You may get more information under patient preparation guidelines. But any point of time, if you have any questions you are free to contact our friendly staff.

Results will not be shared or discussed after examination. Detailed report will be prepared and send to your referred GP/ Specialist. Report generally takes working 24- 48 hours to reach to your doctor. But urgent report will be prepared as soon as possible and will be shared with your doctor electronically.