Ultrasound Scan

Most people associate ultrasound scans with pregnancy. These scans can provide an expectant mother with the first view of her unborn child. However, the test has many other uses.

Your doctor may order an ultrasound if you’re having pain, swelling, or other symptoms that require an internal view of your organs. An ultrasound can provide a view of the:

• bladder
• brain (in infants)
• eyes
• gallbladder
• kidneys
• liver
• ovaries
• pancreas
• spleen
• thyroid
• testicles
• uterus
• blood vessels

An ultrasound is also a helpful way to guide surgeons’ movements during certain medical procedures, such as biopsies.