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Ultrasound

Ultrasound

Ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves to create real-time images inside the body. It is completely radiation-free, making it especially useful in pregnancy and many pediatric situations.

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3D/4D Obstetric Ultrasound

A 3D/4D obstetric ultrasound is an optional scan that provides three-dimensional, moving images of your baby in the womb. It lets you see your baby's facial features, expressions, and movements in real-time.

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Abdominal Ultrasound

An Abdominal Ultrasound examines the major organs in your belly, such as your liver, gallbladder, pancreas, and spleen. This quick test paints a picture of your digestive and filtration organs using sound waves.

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Breast Ultrasound

A Breast Ultrasound uses sound waves to evaluate breast tissue, often acting as a companion test to a standard mammogram. It helps doctors take a much closer look at a specific lump or area of concern to figure out exactly what it is.

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Carotid Doppler Ultrasound

A carotid Doppler is an ultrasound of the neck arteries that supply the brain. It checks for narrowing or plaque that could increase the risk of stroke — and it is painless, quick, and radiation-free.

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Doppler Ultrasound

A Doppler Ultrasound is a specific type of imaging designed entirely to look at how blood flows through your body.

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Echocardiogram (Heart Ultrasound)

An echocardiogram is a heart ultrasound — it uses sound waves to produce moving images of the heart's chambers, valves, and blood flow. It is the most common cardiac imaging test and uses no radiation.

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Fetal Echocardiogram

A fetal echocardiogram is a highly specialized prenatal ultrasound used to evaluate the structure and function of your unborn baby's heart. It is usually performed in the second trimester to detect congenital heart defects.

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Follicular Tracking Study

A follicular tracking study is a series of simple ultrasound scans used to monitor the growth of follicles in your ovaries. It helps your doctor estimate the exact time of ovulation to improve the chances of conception.

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Kidney Ultrasound

A Renal Ultrasound focuses specifically on your kidneys and bladder to check how well your urinary system is functioning. It relies on sound waves to check the size, shape, and health of your kidneys without the use of any radiation.

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Leg Arterial Doppler (Peripheral Artery Disease)

A leg arterial Doppler uses ultrasound to check the arteries that carry blood to your legs and feet. It is the standard test for peripheral artery disease (PAD), and it can identify narrowing or blockage before tissue is damaged.

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Leg Venous Doppler (DVT Scan)

A leg venous Doppler is the standard test for deep vein thrombosis (DVT) — a blood clot in the deep veins of the leg. It is quick, painless, and uses sound waves to detect clots before they become dangerous.

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Liver Fibroscan

A liver Fibroscan is a quick, specialized ultrasound scan that measures stiffness in your liver. It helps your doctor check for scarring (fibrosis) or fatty build-up without the need for a surgical biopsy.

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