Abdomen Doppler
Ultrasound
Abdomen Doppler Ultrasound
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This exam requires a physician order or referral prior to beginning the exam.
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These types of ultrasounds evaluate not only the anatomy of the organ of interest but also the blood flow that takes blood to that organ and away from that organ.
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Abdominal Doppler ultrasound is commonly performed in the liver to evaluate portal vein, hepatic vein, hepatic artery as well as IVC and Aorta flow.
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In the kidney, doppler is used to assess blood flow inside the kidney as well as blood flow to/ away from the kidney.
Abdominal Doppler PREP
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Depending on the site where the arteries will be evaluated will determine what the prep for that specific ultrasound will be.
Abdominal Artery Ultrasound: You will need to be Fasting a minimum of 8 hours prior to your exam time. No food or drink is allowed. If you do have to take medicine, please use a small amount of water to wash the pills down but avoid any other types of fluids. You will have the choice of changing into a patient gown or staying dressed but lifting your shirt to allow visualization and access of your abdomen.
