We provide a wide array of ultrasound scanning facilities:
• Abdomen and Pelvis
• Obstetrics and Gynaecology
• Paediatrics
• Renal
• Musculoskeletal
• Soft tissues.
• Doppler studies
All examinations are performed and reported by Consultant Radiologists having their own interests and specialized knowledge which allows us to provide better health care services.
Appointment & Reports:
Our services can be availed by booking appointment through website or phone call or by personal visit to the centre depending on convenience. We value time and aim to make patient’s stay as comfortable as possible. The duration of scanning procedure depends on patient’s preparation (kindly go through the below information) and complexity of illness. The reports and images will be issued after the completion of scan on same working day at the earliest possible.
What is Ultrasound?
Ultrasound scanning is an imaging technique that uses high frequency sound waves to acquire information about the body part being examined. Ultrasound equipment transmits sound waves, which are reflected by the body tissues and these returning sound waves are then converted into images.
Preparation – What to do before an ultrasound scan
The preparation required for ultrasound scanning varies with the body part being scanned and the clinical symptoms your consulting doctor is investigating.
At Life View Diagnostics standard preparation instructions given are as follows:
| Body Part to be scanned | Preparation |
|---|---|
| Abdomen | Empty your urinary bladder 1 ½ hours prior to your appointment time. Drink 1 litre of water over the following ½ an hour (finish drinking approximately 1 hour prior to your appointment time). DO NOT empty your bladder again until the radiologist asks you to do so. If you are having trouble retaining a full bladder, please ask our staff for assistance. Continue to take any regular medication with water if necessary. If you are diabetic inform our staff when booking your appointment so we can ensure your safety. We may need to change preparation instructions or booking times to accommodate your needs. |
| Obstetric (pregnancy duration less than 24 weeks), Pelvis. | Empty your urinary bladder 1 ½ hours prior to your appointment time. Drink 1 litre of water over the following ½ an hour (finish drinking approximately 1 hour prior to your appointment time). DO NOT empty your bladder again until the radiologist asks you to do so. If you are having trouble retaining a full bladder, please ask our staff for assistance. If you are diabetic inform our staff when booking your appointment so we can ensure your safety. We may need to change preparation instructions or booking times to accommodate your needs. |
| Obstetric (pregnancy duration more than 24 weeks) | No preparation is required |
| Renal (Kidney), Gall bladder | A full bladder + 6 hrs fasting is required. Nothing to eat, only water to drink. If you are diabetic inform our staff when booking your appointment so we can ensure your safety. We may need to change preparation instructions or booking times to accommodate your needs. Empty your urinary bladder 1 ½ hours prior to your appointment time. Drink 1 litre of water over the following ½ an hour (finish drinking approximately 1 hour prior to your appointment time). DO NOT empty your bladder again until the radiologist asks you to do so. If you are having trouble retaining a full bladder, please ask our staff for assistance. Continue to take any regular medication with water if necessary. |
| Musculoskeletal | No preparation is required |
| Vascular | • Aorta - Fast for 8 hrs prior to your appointment. Nothing to eat or drink. If you are diabetic inform our staff when booking your appointment so we can ensure your safety. We may need to change preparation instructions or booking times to accommodate your needs. • Carotid (neck) arteries - No preparation is required • Leg arteries - No preparation is required • Leg veins - No preparation is required • Renal(kidney) arteries - Fast for 8 hrs prior to your appointment. Nothing to eat or drink. If you are diabetic inform our staff when booking your appointment so we can ensure your safety. We may need to change preparation instructions or booking times to accommodate your needs. |
NOTE
- At the time of booking please inform our staff of any medical conditions that may contraindicate standard preparation instructions.
- If you take regular medication discuss this with our staff when making your appointment. You should continue to take your medication unless otherwise advised.
- If you are a diabetic please ensure booking staff are made aware of this when you are making your appointment. We may need to amend preparation instructions or change booking times to accommodate your needs.
- On occasion examinations require more detailed preparation. If this is necessary our staff will advise you of any changes to the standard instructions listed above when you make your appointment.
- Any preparation advice given is very important to follow. All instructions are aimed at ensuring a safe and accurate examination.
- For all examinations we request to bring along any previous imaging you have of the area under investigation.