Doppler Ultrasound Vancouver Diagnostics

Obstetric Ultrasound
Examines a fetus throughout pregnancy. An Ultrasound can evaluate fetus viability, threatened miscarriages, as well as screen for markers for Down syndrome. 3D Ultrasounds are available.

Pelvic Organ Ultrasound
An ultrasound can be used to evaluate the reproductive organs, including: the prostate, testicles, uterus, cervix, and ovaries.

Chest & Abdomen Ultrasound
An Ultrasound can be used to check for tumors or abnormalities of many organs in the body, including the: liver, kidneys, spleen, pancreas, bowel and adrenal glands.

Muscle & Tendon Ultrasound
Ultrasound can be used to evaluate abnormalities of the muscle and tendons.

Breast Ultrasound
Ultrasound can be used to detect abnormalities and breast cancer in men and women.

Thyroid Ultrasound
An Ultrasound of the thyroid is used to diagnose a lump or a thyroid that is not functioning correctly.

Why Choose Us?

False Creek Healthcare in Vancouver B.C uses the Phillips Ultrasound System, generating an advanced level of image quality while delivering confident diagnoses. We hire only qualified technologists to perform your scan. Our ultrasound technicians are highly skilled and are required to have at least 1,000 hours of training in order to work with us.

What to expect

In preparation for your ultrasound you should wear comfortable, loose fitting clothing. Any additional preparation will depend on the specific type of examination you are having. For some scans, you may be asked to drink up to six glasses of water two hours prior to your exam and avoid urinating, so that your bladder is full when the scan begins. Other exams may require you to refrain from eating or drinking for up to 12 hours before your appointment. Your patient care coordinator will provide you with written information on how to prepare for your Ultrasound.

An ultrasound has no major side effects, and as a result it is a highly popular diagnostic method amongst patients and physicians. The exam is non-invasive allowing for a diagnosis that doesn’t require the use of dyes, radiation, or exploratory surgery.

Depending on the type of exam, you may be instructed to lie down or sit upright on an examining table. During an exam, a sonographer moves a small, hand-held instrument, called a transducer, over the part of the body to be imaged. The sonographer will apply gel on your skin and press the transducer firmly against your body, moving it until the desired images are captured. The instrument both projects and records sound waves, acting as both a speaker and a microphone.

The high-frequency sound waves are reflected off internal structures producing echoes that are processed into an image displayed on the system monitor. The images appear on the system monitor immediately.

Depending on your specific need, a transvaginal or transrectal Ultrasound may be recommended to produce images closer to the area of interest. In these exams, extremely narrow transducers are inserted into the vagina or rectum. You should not experience any significant discomfort during this type of exam.

How long will it take?
The ultrasound procedure generally takes less than half an hour. The transvaginal exam may be faster, more accurate, and more comfortable overall as you will not be required to have a full bladder.

After Your Ultrasound

A Radiologist will analyze the images and send a report with his/her interpretation to the patient’s personal Physician.

Safety

There are no known harmful effects for standard Diagnostic Ultrasound.