Kidney and Bladder Ultrasound

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Kidney and Bladder Ultrasound There are many reasons why a doctor may request that you have a kidney and bladder ultrasound and the examination is tailored to the specifics of the request from your referrer. Ultrasound examinations are carried out by a trained sonographer using an Ultrasound machine. Sophisticated computer software and sound waves are used to gain an image by bouncing the waves into your body and back to the transducer held by the sonographer. There is no radiation involved in these types of examinations. The test takes approximately 30 minutes and involves lying on a couch. A transducer is gently rubbed over your skin. Warm gel is used as a coupling agent and allows the smooth transmission of the sound waves into and out of your body.

Preparation Empty your bladder 90 minutes before your scan appointment time. Over the next 30-45 minutes you need to drink 1 litre of water (approx 6-8 glasses). Do not empty your bladder until after the examination.

Following your scan After the examination you will be able to empty your bladder. After making payment at reception you will (in most instances) be provided with a CD containing your scan images. This CD is for YOUR RECORDS. A typed report will be sent to the person that referred you for your scan. This normally occurs within 24 hours but it is often sooner, dependent upon how the referrer prefers to receive their reports. However if your scan was done urgently a radiologist can make contact directly with the person that referred you to pass on a preliminary report of the findings.

Available at the following locations:- Tauranga Grace Hospital Oropi Mt Maunganui Whakatane