Ultrasound

Diagnostic ultrasound, which provides valuable information that can be used for the diagnosis and treatment of various health problems, is an imaging method that uses high-frequency sound waves to obtain images from the structures of our body.

Frequently Asked Questıons

What should be done or not before an ultrasound?

6-8 hours of fasting and full bladder are required for ultrasounds to be performed on the abdominal area and for the other areas no specific preparations are required. There is nothing that should not be done.

Why do you need to drink water before ultrasound?

Drinking water is only necessary for abdominal and urinary ultrasounds. If the bladder is not full, it cannot be evaluated properly with ultrasound. The presence of tumor, bleeding, infection or stone in the bladder cannot be detected with ultrasound. In addition, the full bladder provides a clear view of the uterus and ovaries in women and the prostate in men.

How long before an ultrasound should you eat?

6 to 8 hours of fasting is required for abdominal ultrasounds.

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