This test evaluates the organs and structures within the entire abdominal cavity, including the liver, gallbladder, spleen, pancreas, kidneys, and bladder.
The patient lies down, and a water-based gel is applied to the abdomen. A transducer is moved over the area to capture real-time images.
It is used to detect tumors, cysts, inflammation, and organ enlargement, and is useful in diagnosing liver diseases, gallstones, kidney stones, and other abdominal pathologies.
NOTE: No need to fast if patient has undergone cholecystectomy or surgical removal of gall bladder.
Special Instructions
NOTE: Usually, it takes approximately 30 minutes for a patient to have a full bladder after drinking 1 liter of water. The imaging staff is the one to advise the patient [huh] in coordination with the Sonologist. This is to avoid dealing with 2 patients who have full bladders at the same time.