Exam Descriptions
Carotid screenings are designed to detect plaque development in carotid arteries that can result in cerebrovascular accidents (Stroke) and Transient Ischemic Attacks (TIA/Mini stroke). A detailed carotid ultrasound exam can identify structural and blood flowabnormalities. Carotid screenings have the ability for early detection of undiagnosed abnormalities. Participants will be required to expose the neck on both sides. An ultrasound probe will be moved along the side of the neck to evaluate the carotid arteries.
An echocardiogram is an ultrasound of the heart that helps diagnose damaged cardiac tissue and heart chamber enlargement. It can also detect fluid around the heart and poorly functioning heart valves as well as abnormal masses in the heart muscle. A detailed echocardiogram can detect poorly functioning heart valves abnormalities in the heart muscle. Participants will be required to remove their shirt, a drape will be placed over the chest for privacy. Gel will be placed on the chest. An ultrasound probe will be moved along the left side of the chest and under the breast.
A thyroid ultrasound is used to evaluate the soft tissue and vasculature of the gland. A detailed analysis of tissue density has been shown to have a greater than 95% accuracy at detecting malignancy. Multiple longitudinal and cross-sectional images are used to assess the thyroid for suspicious tumors and cysts. Participants will be required to expose the neck on both sides. An ultrasound probe will be moved along the side of the neck to evaluate the thyroid gland.
The pelvic ultrasound is used to evaluate the endometrium, uterus and ovaries. This exam is capable of providing views of these pelvic contents. The transabdominal pelvic ultrasound involves moving a specialized transducer, outside the body, across the lower half of the abdomen and pelvis. A transabdominal exam provides a view of the pelvic organs, but there may be limitations in measuring cysts and masses.
Abdominal Ultrasound includes the liver, gall bladder, kidneys, and spleen. The abdomen provides the largest opportunity for the development of pathology. The abdominal organs are often either the origin of cancerous lesions or the direct target of metastasis. Abdominal Ultrasound evaluates the liver, gall bladder, kidney, and spleen. Participants will be required to expose the abdomen. An ultrasound probe will be moved along the length and the sides of the abdomen organs. In an abdominal complete ultrasound, all organs are identified and surveyed in multiple planes of view, color flow doppler is also used to evaluate masses.
The abdominal aorta ultrasound screenings evaluate the risk of abdominal aorta aneurysm and potential aorta tumors. This exam surveys the abdomen from the sternum to the pelvis and bifurcation of the 63abdominal aorta. The detailed abdominal aorta ultrasound involves evaluating the size and characteristics of the aorta. Participants will be required to expose the abdomen. An ultrasound probe will be moved along the length of the abdomen to assess the aorta.
A scrotal ultrasound is often the first test performed to evaluate the possibility of testicular cancer. Ultrasound has been proven to be instrumental in detecting lesions in the testicle. Imaging includes multiple views in the transverse and longitudinal and oblique planes to evaluate the testicle with color doppler imaging as well. The test requires disrobing to expose the scrotum. Measurements of the size of the scrotum and any abnormalities are recorded and communicated to the reading radiologist. This examination is intensely sensitive for the participant and require complete privacy as the client will be required to disrobe and expose the scrotum.
Bladder Ultrasound can evaluate the lining of the bladder and the musculature of the organ to determine if there are tumors, cysts or obstructive stones. The bladder ultrasound involves moving a specialized transducer, outside the body, across the lower half of the abdomen and pelvis. This ultrasound provides a view of the bladder and its contents.