Trained sonographers carry out ultrasound examinations. Ultrasounds do not use radiation, instead they use high frequency sound waves. When having an ultrasound examination you will be required to lay on an examination table. An ultrasound gel that allows the sound waves to pass into your body is used in conjunction with an ultrasound transducer which is manipulated over the patient's body to examine the organs of interest.
Preparation: None.
Length of examination: 30-60 mins
Abdominal or Renal Doppler (study of arteries or veins in the abdominal cavity)
Preparation: Nothing to eat from midnight prior to the examination.
Length of examination: 30 - 45 mins
Renal (Kidney)
Preparation: Empty bladder, Drink 2 large glasses of water 1 hour prior to appointment and keep bladder full.
Length of examination: 30mins
Obstetric (Pregnancy)
Preparation: Nil
Length of examination: 30 - 45 mins
Gynecological
Are internal examinations
Preparation: Nil
Length of examination: 30 -45 mins
Abdominal
Preparation: Fast from midnight prior to your appointment.
Length of examination: 30 - 45 mins
Breast
Preparation: Nil
Length of examination: 30 mins
Musculoskeletal
Preparation: Nil
Length of examination: 30 mins
Testicular
Preparation: Nil
Length of examination: 30 mins
