The lights in the room will be dimmed so that the pictures on the screen can be seen more clearly. A gel will be applied to your skin over the area to be scanned. The gel allows the transducer to slide easily over the skin and helps produce clearer pictures. The transducer will be moved back and forth slowly over the area of interest until the area is completely examined.
If scanning is performed over an area of tenderness, you may feel pressure or minor discomfort from the transducer. You could be asked to hold you breath or roll into different positions during the scan. Once the scan is complete, the gel will be wiped off your skin. The ultrasound will take between 15 and 60 minutes. This time frame is dependent on which body part is being scanned and the type of investigation that is required.
Yes. Bulk billing is available for eligible patients such as Seniors, Pensioners, DVA card holders and Healthcare card holders.
There may be consequences if you choose not to have the proposed examination.Please discuss these with your Doctor.
Please discuss any alternative treatment options with your doctor/clinician.
The images acquired will be sent to the reporting Radiologist and the result of your examination will be available to your Doctor between 24-72 hours after the examination
An accredited Medical Sonographer will be performing the examination, however all trainee Sonography student perfoming the examination are supervised according to relevant professional guidelines.
If you have any concerns about which Sonographer will be performing the examination, please discuss with the doctor/clinician.
The most important step is to consult the healthcare provider, such as your GP or Specialist. They are best equipped to explain the results in the context of your overall health.
