Ko'olau Radiology - Ultrasound: Abdominal

Ultrasound

Abdominal

X-ray / Digital Fluoroscopy

Ultrasound


	Abdominal

	Obstetrical Fetal

	Pelvic

	Small Parts

	Interventional

Breast Imaging

CT Scans

Coronary Calcium Scoring

What is an abdominal ultrasound?
An abdominal ultrasound displays the gallbladder, bile ducts, kidneys, liver, pancreas, and spleen. It also includes views of the aorta as well as portal and splenic veins.

How is this exam performed?
The patient lies on a table with the abdominal area exposed. The sonographer (technologist who performs the exam) will put a warm water-based gel on the skin surface. A transducer, which is about the size of a microphone, will be moved over the skin surface by the sonographer.

How long will the exam take?
About 30 minutes.

Will it be painful?
No.

Preparation:
Please do not eat solid food or drink anything but water for 6-8 hours before the exam. Routine medications may be taken. If you are diabetic, consult with your doctor.

How will I learn the results?
You may call your doctor to discuss the results, usually within 48-hours following the procedure.