What is Sonography (Sonogram)?
This information is designed to help you understand the test(s) you will be having.
Please arrive at the medical center 30 minutes before your scheduled test time.
Your examination will be interpreted by a Radiologist (physician specializing in medical imaging). The Radiologist will dictate a report that states your exam results. The report will be typed and sent to your physician. You can make arrangements with your physician as to how you will receive your exam results (such as follow-up appointment, calling the physician office, etc.).
If you have any questions, please call the Radiology/Medical Imaging Department.
Sonography (a sonogram) uses sound waves to examine various parts of the body. A microphone-like instrument (transducer) is scanned over the skin (on which a gel has been placed.) The gel improves the contact of the transducer to the area being examined. The procedure is painless.
PREPARATION
Some sonograms require a full bladder or that you not eat or drink after midnight. Please ask the physician or nurse about the exam.
LENGTH OF THE PROCEDURE
The procedure may take 15-60 minutes, dependent on the type of procedure.
SPECIAL NOTES
You may be asked to wear a gown for the examination. Feel free to ask questions at any time.