Orlando Ultrasound

Tips on how to prepare for your Orlando Ultrasound procedure…

Ultrasound of the Abdomen or Gallblader

Exam Type
Ultrasound of the Abdomen or Gallblader
Exam Description
An ultrasound of the abdomen involves using sound waves to see the liver, pancreas and other abdominal organs. We will be looking many different types of abnormalities such as obstructions, stones, tumors and even some vascular anomalies.
Preparation
Nothing by mouth after midnight the night before or at least 6 hours prior to your examination. You may take medications with a sip of water.

Renal or Kidney Ultrasound

Exam Type
Renal or Kidney Ultrasound
Exam Description
An ultrasound of the kidneys involves passing sound waves through the skin at the side of your body. An image of the kidneys is made allowing us to look for obstruction, stones and other abnormalities.
Preparation
Although you do not have to prepare for this exam, it is better if you refrain from anything to eat or drink at least 4 hours prior to your exam. Also, try to have a fairly full bladder so we can image the bladder if necessary.

Ultrasound of the Pelvis

Exam Type
Ultrasound of the Pelvis
Exam Description
An ultrasound of the pelvis (transabdominal approach) is primarily done on women for gynecological reasons. The uterus and ovaries are looked at closely along with the adjoining structures of the female pelvis. A transvaginal ultrasound may also be needed to complete the exam. (See below)
Preparation
Drink at least 48 oz of water, tea, or any other noncarbonated beverage at least 1 hour prior to your appointment time. Stay away from dairy products. Do not empty your bladder until the ultrasound technologist instructs you to do so. We cannot perform this exam without a full bladder.

Transvaginal Ultrasound

Exam Type
Transvaginal Ultrasound
Exam Description
A transvaginal ultrasound is rarely done by itself. It is usually done as an adjunct to the pelvis or OB ultrasound. It augments the visualization by being closer to the subject therefore resulting in a higher resolution. The transabdominal approach is still used to give a global picture and is usually done prior to the transvaginal exam.
Preparation
You will be instructed to empty your bladder by the sonographer when the transabdominal exam is complete.

Obstetrical Ultrasound

Exam Type
Obstetrical Ultrasound
Exam Description
In most cases, the OB exam with ultrasound is comprehensive and involves a complete look at all the organ systems (fetal age dependent), limbs, exterior environment including amniotic fluid, umbilical cord, and placenta. many other fetal areas are looked at which help comprise a complete exam.
Preparation
If you are less than 33 weeks pregnant you are required to have a full bladder. Drink at least 48 oz’s of water 1 hour prior to your appointment.

Peripheral Vascular Ultrasound

Exam Type
Peripheral Vascular Ultrasound
Exam Description
Doppler is used to detect, measure, quantify and qualify flow in several of the blood vessels in different areas of the body. Aneurysms, flow abnormalities, narrowing and other problems are seen with Doppler and ultrasound together called or known as duplex imaging.
Preparation
No prep required unless for abdominal or renal Doppler. Use abdominal ultrasound prep if looking in the kidneys or abdomen.

Ultrasound of the Thyroid

Exam Type
Ultrasound of the Thyroid
Exam Description
Any superficial area of the body can be looked at with ultrasound. This includes thyroid, breasts, cysts, and scrotum as well as other abnormal areas felt below the skin.
Preparation
No prep required.

Echocardiography

Exam Type
Echocardiography
Exam Description
The heart and all its component parts including the valves can be investigated dynamically in motion. The flow of blood can be seen passing through each chamber and great vessel.
Preparation
No general prep is required.