Ultrasound

Diagnostic Ultrasound (also called sonography) is a non painful, non-invasive method of assessing structures inside the body using sound waves.

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This allows for the production of images, in real time.

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Unlike radiographs, there is no radiation.

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It provides valuable information for screening, diagnosing diseases, guiding collection of samples (fine needle aspirates or biopsies) and assisting with therapy

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Abdominal ultrasound is commonly used in animals to assess important organs such as the kidneys, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and spleen. It can also be used to assess blood flow in these organs and the major blood vessels.

 

What are the limitations of ultrasound?

Ultrasound is generally not good for imaging bone or tissues that are full of air, like the lungs.