An ultrasound scan uses high frequency wave sounds to capture an image of inside your body

What is an Ultrasound ?

Ultrasound scanning is a technique that uses high-frequency sound waves to create pictures of your internal organs, soft tissues, and blood vessels, allowing your consultant to see what is happening inside your body. It is usually a non-invasive procedure, meaning that the ultrasound probe stays outside your body, but some types of ultrasounds involve inserting the probe into your body through your mouth, vagina, or rectum (back passage).

There are several types of ultrasounds:

• Diagnostic ultrasound – used to diagnose a range of conditions
• Doppler ultrasound – a type of diagnostic ultrasound to assess blood flow through your veins and arteries
• Prenatal ultrasound – to monitor your unborn baby during pregnancy
• Ultrasound guidance – ultrasound may be used to guide a surgeon during a procedure such as a biopsy

Call or book online today to arrange a consultation to discuss a private ultrasound scan with a consultant of your choice at Health Ways Medical Centre.

This page explains what an ultrasound scan is, why you may need to have an ultrasound scan and what to expect during the procedure.

Ultrasound is a useful way of examining many of the body’s internal organs, including the heart, liver, gallbladder, spleen, pancreas, kidneys, and bladder. Because ultrasound images are captured in real-time, they can show movement of internal tissues and organs, and enable physicians to see blood flow and heart valve functions. This can help to diagnose a variety of heart conditions and to assess damage after a heart attack or other illness.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact our Patient Services Department:
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Disclaimer:
At HWMDC, all diagnostic tests are performed using scientifically recognized methods. Every test has inherent limitations, such as the possibility of false positives or false negatives. If needed, we offer free repeat tests within 24-48 hours.