Frequently Asked
An ultrasound scan can take about 10–15 minutes, sometimes longer, depending on the type of ultrasound being done.
Ultrasound is not harmful in pregnancy because it uses high-frequency sound waves to visualize soft tissues and fluids in the body, not harmful ionizing radiation.
Ultrasound scans can detect various conditions, including pregnancy, abnormalities in organs, tumors, and abnormalities in blood vessels.
For an ultrasound scan, you are made to lie on the examination table and expose the part for the scan. A cold gel is put over the part that needs to be examined. The ultrasound probe is then moved over that part by the radiologist at different angles and positions to get various views of the organ. For a better view via the probe or transducer, they might ask you to turn to your side or move your limb. Once the scan is done, the gel is wiped with tissue, and then you can proceed to move out of the examination cubicle.
Usually 15 to 45 minutes, but it can vary depending on the type of exam.