Ultrasound
Ultrasound available at:
PRP Adamstown
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Bathurst
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Castle Hill
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8.30am - 12noon
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Charlestown
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Cumberland
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8.30am - 12 noon
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Dee Why
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 11.30am
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Dubbo
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 12 noon
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Eastwood
Monday to Friday 8am - 5.30pm
Saturday 8am - 12 noon
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Erina
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Frenchs Forest
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Gordon
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Gosford
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Gosford North
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Hornsby
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 12 noon
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Maitland
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Mona Vale
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 11.30am
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Moore Park/City East
Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm
WE ACCEPT ALL REFERRALS
FREE PARKING @ EQ Wilson car park.
Disabled parking and drop off @ PRP Byron Kennedy Hall.
PRP Norwest
Monday to Friday 8.00am - 5.30pm
Saturday 8am - 12 noon
FREE PARKING Please ensure you have your parking ticket validated at PRP
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Orange
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Shellharbour
Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5pm
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Toukley
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Tuggerah
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Westmead
Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5pm
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Wollongong
Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5pm
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
PRP Woy Woy
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm
ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED
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Ultrasound explained
Reflected sound waves are used to image the soft tissues of your body. Ultrasound can be used to image the abdomen, pelvis (including obstetrics and gynaecology), blood vessels and musculoskeletal soft tissues. Ultrasound is an extremely safe and painless procedure.
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Preparation | Abdomen Ultrasound
Please bring your referral, Medicare and Pensioner Health Care Cards with any previous imaging relating to the region being scanned.
Instructions on how to prepare for the test will be provided when you arrange the appointment. In general, there is a period of fasting for about 6 hours. Medications may be taken with a sip of water.
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Preparation | Renal/Pelvic Ultrasound
Please bring your referral, Medicare and Pension Health Care Cards with any previous imaging relating to the region being scanned.
Instructions on how to prepare for the test will be provided when you arrange the appointment. In general, you will be asked to empty your bladder, drink and then hold 1-2 hours prior to the test.
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What happens during the procedure
You may be asked to change into a gown. A clear jelly is applied to the skin and a small plastic probe is moved over the skin above the area being examined. Multiple images are taken throughout the exam. The sonographer will be with you throughout the scan and will usually ask questions about your medical history and the reason for the examination so that the optimal examination for your problem will be done. To get the best images can be very challenging and requires considerable time and concentration by the sonographer. With consent, an internal examination may be performed during a female pelvic ultrasound. The radiologist may need to see you to get more information, or to scan to check some findings.
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How long does it take
An ultrasound takes approx 15-60 minutes depending on the complexity.
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After Your Examination
There are no restrictions after having an ultrasound.
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Your images and report
After your examination, you will be given a copy of the most pertinent images from your study. A report will be given to you with the images, or sent directly back to your referring doctor by fax or email. PRP will store digital copies of all studies on our secure database for comparison with any future examinations.
Please bring any previous images with you for comparison.
It is important that you return to your doctor with your examination results. Whether they are normal or abnormal, your doctor needs to know promptly so that a management plan can be formulated.
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This content is intended for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you would like any clarifications, please contact your local practice.