Abdominal ultrasound is the first line technique, the least expensive, the most benign, and the most cost effective test that there is in community medical imaging. A complete study evaluating the liver, gallbladder, both kidneys, the pancreas, spleen, and the major arteries and veins in the abdomen may take up to 45 minutes.
Unless directed otherwise by a clinician, always FAST at least 8 HOURS prior to an abdominal Ultrasound. Take medicine, as prescribed. Drinking is OK as long as it is done with a straw to keep ingestion of air to a minimum. Ultrasound cannot image past air.
Always ensure and ASK the sonographer or physician conducting the exam if they are REGISTERED by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS). This ensures a minimum skill level for a very complex technique. If the sonographer is NOT registered, it does not imply they are incompetent. Should the insurance carrier determine the sonographer is not registered or the lab within which the exam was conducted is NOT ACCREDITED, this could be a basis to deny paying for the procedure.
Vital Health Scores Integrative Imaging Center has all the tools required to do excellent abdominal imaging and for it to be conducted by a skilled, registered, experience sonographer. Call, text, email, or visit us to learn more! (231) 943.2002
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