Upper abdominal ultrasound
Why the scan is being done The examination is performed by a radiologist or a sonographer (a radiographer Your doctor has ordered an upper specialising in ultrasound). abdominal ultrasound for you.
An ultrasound scan is used to look at the The doctor or sonographer will apply gel on organs in the upper abdominal area; the skin on your stomach and move the such as the liver, gallbladder, kidneys, ultrasound probe on your stomach. pancreas and spleen. You will be given instructions on how to
breathe during the scan. Getting ready for the scan The scan takes 10–30 minutes, but you Children should reserve slightly more time for your No preparations are needed for children appointment. under 7 years.
Children over 7 year follow the same Where do you get the scan results instructions as adults. You will get the results from the referring outpatient clinic or ward. Adults If you were referred from your health centre, Do not eat or drink anything for 6 hours make an appointment at your health centre before the scan. to hear the results. You are allowed to take your regular medications with a little water. Carbonated beverages, chewing gum and Other considerations tobacco are not allowed as they cause There is no separate fee for the scan; intestinal gas. it is included in the outpatient clinic fee.
How the scan is done If you are unable to attend your scheduled scan appointment, please let us know as The ultrasound scan is painless. soon as possible. You will be lying on your back on an examination table.
Patient Instructions, Diagnostic Imaging, 2021
Contact information Harjavalta: Harjavalta Diagnostic Imaging, If you have any questions about the Appointments, examination, please contact the imaging unit Tel. 02 677 3922. you are scheduled to attend. Phone hours:
Monday to Friday, Eura, Huittinen, Kankaanpää, 8 am–4 pm. Pori and Rauma:
You can call our joint service number: SataDiag 044 707 9202. For SataDiag’s website, go to Phone hours: www.satadiag.fi Monday to Friday, 8 am–2.30 pm.