Our exams
Ultrasound
In practice
What to know
Ultrasound is a high-performance medical imaging technique, widely used because it is painless, non-invasive and harmless. A gel is applied to your skin and the radiologist manipulates an ultrasound probe.
- Preparation
- If the exam concerns your abdomen or kidneys, do not eat or smoke 3 hours before the appointment. For some pelvic exams, drink plenty of water in the 2 hours before the exam.
- Duration
- About 30 minutes.
Appointment