All About USG Whole Abdomen Test You May Not Know

The Workings of an Ultrasonography

Ultrasound imaging or ultrasonography is a non-invasive radiological imaging test used to examine different internal organs for preventive care, and investigate existing symptoms. The test uses high-frequency sound waves that echo when bouncing against the soft tissues of the examined organs.

Captured in real-time by the handheld probe called a transducer, a connected computer system converts these echoes into images or sonograms. The images, displayed on the monitor, reveal the status of the body part tested. The conversion from echoes to images happens considering the loudness, pitch, and time taken by the transducer to capture the signals.

Later a radiologist studies these images to develop a report of the test findings so that the doctor can proceed with the required medical prognosis.

Accuhealth Diagnostics offers the services of experienced professionals, including qualified sonographers and radiologists, at a reasonable whole abdomen ultrasound price in Kolkata.

When Do Doctors Suggest USG of the Whole Abdomen?

Doctors depend on USG of the whole abdomen to detect a range of physiological issues and potentially life-threatening medical conditions.

If you are experiencing unexplained stomach pain or chronic bloating, an abdominal USG can identify the root cause. This test can also help to detect kidney and bladder stones, enlarged spleen, inflammation of the gallbladder or the pancreas, liver complications, tumours, and blood clots.

Further, an abdominal USG can discover cancer in the stomach or pancreas and an abdominal aortic aneurysm, which is a bulge in the aorta wall in your midsection.

The Procedure and Safety Concerns

Abdominal ultrasound is safe from harmful radiation affected by other imaging tests like X-ray. You do not need hospitalisation to get the test done, and an expert sonographer can conduct the test on you in 30 minutes. The test is painless except for occasional pressure from the transducer pressing down to acquire quality images.

For a whole abdomen USG, you’ll have to lie on your back at the examination table, wearing loose clothes and no jewellery. Ideally, you’ll be made to wear a clinic gown for ease of testing.

Normally, you will have to fast for 8-12 hours before the test to avoid liquids and food particles in the stomach or urine in the bladder from disrupting the image capturing process during the USG.

The sonographer will apply a water-soluble gel all over your abdomen for easy movement of the transducer. The gel facilitates the exchange of sound waves between the transducer and the area inspected, eliminating air pockets on the skins that hinder the test. The sonographer will help you wipe off the gel once the imaging is complete.

Reliable Testing at a Reasonable Price

Considering the importance of USG of the whole abdomen for the correct treatment of routine and critical cases, you must get the tests done from a reputable laboratory with qualified professionals helping with the procedure.

If you want a USG whole abdomen test at an affordable price in Kolkata, look no further than AccuHealth Diagnostics, which promises accurate reporting with utmost care. Our USG whole abdomen test prices at our different centres range from Rs.1120 -1500. For USG whole abdomen screening, our prices go fromRs.1020-1400.

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