To perform renal ultrasound uses sound waves, that allows us to study the renal system, which includes kidney, bladder and ureters (tube, that connect the kidneys to the bladder).
The test is carried out to search:
The test is also done, to investigate:
The doctor may conduct a medical examination;
You do not have to empty your bladder before the procedure, this can be done only after the US.
You will lie on the couch. The doctor will put gel on your stomach, in the area of the bladder and kidneys. The gel helps the sound waves better distributed between the ultrasound machine and body.
The ultrasound machine has a special tool, called sensor, which looks like a microphone or wand. The sensor is applied to the skin, at the place of use of the gel. The transducer sends sound waves into the body. The waves are bounced off internal organs and as an echo trapped sensor. Echo is transformed into an image, which can be seen on the monitor. The doctor examines the images of interest, and if necessary, may make them photos.
The gel will be wiped off the belly.
30-45 minutes.
No, Renal ultrasound is painless.
The doctor examines the photos, To make sure, that the kidneys are not disorders.
If the doctor or radiologist detect problems with organs or blockage in one of the ureters, They can be assigned to other assays, to better define the problem and its causes.
The doctor may also decide, that the renal ultrasound obtained enough information, to prescribe treatment.
Contact your doctor, If you have any questions about the procedure, your condition or results of renal ultrasonography.
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