Ultrasound is a real-time imaging technique that uses high-frequency sound waves to evaluate tissues and organs throughout the body. This type of imaging is known to be safer than X-rays and CT scans because it does not use ionizing radiation.

At wellcare, our subspecialized expert radiologists offer abdominal ultrasounds of organs including:

Preparing for an Ultrasound

Preparation for your ultrasound depends on the type of exam—our scheduling associate reviews this with you when you schedule your appointment. Some ultrasounds require fasting for several hours before the study.

During an Ultrasound

Ultrasound examinations are performed by one of our highly trained staff of sonologists or board-certified radiologists at wellcare. During the exam, you lie on a table or sit in a chair in one of our dedicated ultrasound rooms.
A written report is sent to your referring doctor. Copies of this report should be available at your referring doctor’s office.

After an Ultrasound

If you are scheduled for a diagnostic study and no needles are used, then you should be able to leave without assistance immediately after the study is completed, and resume your regular daily activities without limitation.