Ultrasound Preparation Guide: What You Need to Know Before Your Scan

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Ultrasound is a non-invasive imaging technique that helps in diagnosing and monitoring various medical conditions. While most ultrasound procedures do not require advanced preparation, some specific exams need certain guidelines to ensure accurate results.

If your doctor has given you an order for an ultrasound, please bring it along to your appointment. Below is a detailed guide on how to prepare for different types of ultrasound exams.

Abdominal Ultrasound & Abdominal Doppler Ultrasound

(Includes Liver, Spleen, Gallbladder, Kidneys, Pancreas, Abdominal Aorta, Biliary System)
⏳ Exam Duration: 30 minutes | ⏰ Total Visit Time: About 1.5 hours

Preparation:

✅ Adults: Do not eat or drink anything for 8 hours before the exam.
✅ Children: No food or drinks for 4 hours before the exam or skip one meal.
✅ Medications: You may take your medication with a small sip of water.
✅ Diabetic Patients: If you take insulin, continue as prescribed unless instructed otherwise by your doctor.

Pelvic Ultrasound

(Evaluates Uterus, Ovaries, Fallopian Tubes, and Urinary Bladder)
⏳ Exam Duration: 30 minutes | ⏰ Total Visit Time: About 1.5 hours

Preparation:

✅ Eat normally before your exam.
✅ Drink 1 liter of water at least one hour before the exam.
✅ Do not empty your bladder before the examination.
✅ For females: A transvaginal ultrasound may be performed as part of the study for better imaging.

Bladder Ultrasound

⏳ Exam Duration: Varies

Preparation:

✅ Both male and female patients should drink 1 liter of water one hour before the exam.
✅ Do not urinate before the exam so that your bladder is full during imaging.

Prostate Ultrasound (Transrectal)

⏳ Exam Duration: Varies

Preparation:

✅ Two hours before the exam, cleanse with a Fleet enema #1.
✅ Follow standard prostate ultrasound preparation.

Trans-Abdominal Ultrasound

⏳ Exam Duration: Varies

Preparation:

✅ Drink 1 liter of any liquid one hour before the exam.
✅ Do not urinate before the exam to ensure a full bladder.

Hysterosonogram (Ultrasound for Uterus Evaluation)

⏳ Exam Duration: Varies

Preparation:

✅ Avoid unprotected sexual intercourse during the first 10 days of your menstrual cycle before the procedure.

Ultrasound-Guided Biopsies

Breast Biopsy

✅ Stop taking aspirin, blood thinners, and vitamin E 7 days before the biopsy.

Liver Biopsy / Paracentesis / Thoracentesis / Prostate Biopsy

✅ Do not eat or drink anything after midnight the night before your biopsy.
✅ Stop taking aspirin, blood thinners, and vitamin E 7 days before the biopsy.

Final Tips for a Comfortable Experience

✔️ Wear comfortable, easily adjustable clothing. Avoid jumpsuits or gowns; instead, wear trousers/skirts with a shirt or blouse.
✔️ Arrive early to relax before your scan and ensure the best results.
✔️ If you have questions, consult your healthcare provider or chat with us on WhatsApp for guidance. +2348084181383
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