WHAT IS GENERAL ULTRASOUND IMAGING?
Ultrasound is safe and painless, and produces pictures of the inside of the body using sound waves.
Ultrasound imaging, also called ultrasound scanning or sonography, involves the use of a small transducer (probe) and ultrasound gel placed directly on the skin. High-frequency sound waves are transmitted from the probe through the gel into the body. The transducer collects the sounds that bounce back and a computer then uses those sound waves to create an image.
Ultrasound examinations do not use ionizing radiation (as used in x-rays), thus there is no radiation exposure to the patient.
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HOW IT WORKS
Ultrasound is a safe and painless procedure that is used to produce images of the inside of the body using sound waves. Ultrasound imaging, also called ultrasound scanning or sonography, involves the use of a small transducer (probe) and ultrasound gel placed directly on the skin.
High-frequency sound waves are transmitted from the probe, through the gel, and into the body. The transducer collects the sounds that bounce back and a computer then uses those sound waves to create an image.
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Ultrasound Frequently Asked Questions
What happens during an ultrasound?
You should wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing for your ultrasound exam. You may need to remove all clothing and jewelry in the area to be examined.
Depending on may be asked to wear a gown during the procedure.
For most ultrasound exams, you are normally asked to lie down on a comfortable exam table where the area to be examined is exposed while the rest of the body is covered.
How should I prepare for an ultrasound?
The preparations for an ultrasound vary depending on the body part you are having scanned.
Is an ultrasound safe?
Ultrasound examinations do not use ionizing radiation (as used in x-rays), thus there is no radiation exposure to the patient.
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