Thyroid ultrasound: The thyroid is a gland that exists in the lower middle part of the neck which can be seen with ultrasound. But the thyroid is not the only thing in the neck that can be seen with ultrasound. Neck ultrasound: So if your healthcare provider orders a neck ultrasound but isn’t needing the […]
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Most people are familiar with the term “ultrasound,” especially if you’re pregnant or thinking about becoming pregnant. An ‘ultrasound’ is often used to mean the same thing as a ‘sonogram’. Both are describing an imaging exam that uses sound waves to visualized inside the body. An obstetric ultrasound captures images of a fetus or embryo
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Alaska Family Sonograms is proud to offer a new service: Detailed fetal anatomy ultrasounds. Fetal anatomy ultrasounds are specialized screenings, typically recommended around 20 weeks gestation. These ultrasounds provide you and your doctor with a comprehensive assessment of your growing baby. What does a detailed fetal anatomy ultrasound measure? We want to ensure your baby
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If you are struggling to conceive naturally, your doctor may recommend a female pelvic ultrasound exam. These ultrasounds may help determine whether there are underlying gynecological issues that are interfering with natural conception. A female pelvic ultrasound exam can also help your doctor determine the best fertility treatment for you. What is involved in a
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If your physician has ordered a carotid ultrasound, he or she is asking for a test to detect dangerous, narrowed carotid arteries that increase the risk of stroke. Your doctor will recommend a carotid ultrasound if you have transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) or certain types of stroke. You may also be prescribed a carotid ultrasound
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If you’re a mom or about to become one, you are likely familiar with the term “ultrasound.” This imaging technique creates pictures of the inside of the body using sound waves. Obstetric ultrasound takes pictures of an embryo or fetus in a woman’s uterus to captures images of the mother’s uterus and ovaries. Ultrasound is
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Vascular ultrasound (also referred to as a duplex study) is a noninvasive and remarkably versatile procedure used to examine the circulation in the blood vessels of the body. It can also evaluate arteries or veins in nearly any part of the body. When we refer to this exam as “noninvasive,” it means no needles or
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Ultrasound is a widely used diagnostic procedure that takes pictures of the inside of the body using sound waves. Ultrasound images are captured in real-time, so they can show the structure and movement of internal organs, as well as blood flowing through blood vessels. What’s more, Ultrasound does not use ionizing radiation (used in x-rays), so there is
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Whether it’s your first child or your fourth, there can be many anxious moments of a pregnancy, especially during the first few weeks of fetal development. This is precisely why ultrasound technology is so vital to doctors and parents alike. The ability to regularly monitor the fetus in real time can reveal abnormalities or alleviate
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When you think of the renal system (or urinary tract), picture it beyond the crucially important function of urine elimination. Instead, picture it as a carefully choreographed ballet of three necessary parts: The kidneys generate urine by filtering wastes and extra water from the blood The ureters (two thin tubes of muscle) transport the urine
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