Procedures / Ultrasound: Abdomen
What is the test for?
Ultrasound uses high frequency sound waves to produce images. These waves are transmitted into your body from a probe that is held against your skin after some gel has been applied. The ultrasound machine uses the sound waves to create an image of the relevant area. Ultrasound is a safe technique with no harmful side-effects.
What is the preparation for the test?
Nothing to eat, drink or smoke for 2 hours prior to the examination. Clear fluids are permitted.
How is the test performed?
You will be asked to change in to a gown. The ultrasound transducer will be in direct contact with the skin, a lubricating gel will be used to enable the sonographer to guide the transducer more effectively and allow for better reporting images.
Will I feel anything?
You may feel the gel on your skin and sometimes it is necessary for the sonographer to apply pressure to a certain point to identify certain areas. You should not feel any pain.
How long will it take?
A scan will usually only last for 20 minutes, but may take longer depending if a clearer image is required.
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