Ultrasound scan has been around for quite some time now. Most people believe that an ultrasound scan is used during pregnancy to either evaluate the condition of the baby in the womb or to know the gender of the baby. Although this is one of the most common uses of an ultrasound scan, it has many applications.

An ultrasound, also known as sonography, is a medical test that involves capturing live images of different organs inside our body using high-frequency sound waves. It uses the same technology used by radar and sonar by the military to identify the presence of ships and planes. An ultrasound scan in Chandigarh lets your doctor check if there is any problem in your tissues, vessels, and organs without the use of an invasive procedure. The major advantage of ultrasound is that it can observe certain structures without using radiation. This is why it is the most preferred method for fetus examination during pregnancy.

Different applications of ultrasound scan
Obstetrics and Gynecology

• • Used to measure the size of the baby in the womb to evaluate the due date.
  • Checking the position of the baby to know whether it is in a normal position or not.
  • Checking the position of the placenta to see if it is improperly developing over the opening to the uterus (cervix)
  • Checking the number of fetuses in the womb

• Evaluating the gender of the baby
• Checking the condition of the baby in the womb over the period of the pregnancy
• Detecting ectopic pregnancy, a condition in which the fetus gets implanted outside the uterus. It is a life-threatening situation and can cause problems for both the baby and the mother.
• Checking tumors of the ovary and breast
• Detecting problems in the uterus such as cysts, fibroids, abnormal periods and more
• Detecting abdominal pain, lumps, abnormal sounds, vomiting, and nausea.
• Detect problems in structures including large blood vessels, kidneys, spleen, pancreas, liver, bile ducts, and gallbladder.

Cardiology

• Examining the inside of the heart to determine abnormal functions or structures
• Determining blood flow through the primary blood vessels and heart

Urology

• Evaluating kidney stones
• Determining blood flow through the kidney
• Evaluating prostate cancer early

What to expect during an ultrasound scan in Chandigarh?

• Depending on the type of ultrasound scan you are undergoing, you may be advised to not drink or eat anything before the test for certain hours
• During an abdominal scan or uterus scan, you are often recommended to drink plenty of water before the test. For some scans, you need to have a full bladder.
• Make sure you wear comfortable clothes that are easy to take off if asked
• The exam is completely pain-free and non-invasive so you don’t have to worry about any pain

Please remember, make sure you choose a state-of-the-art facility to get your ultrasound scan done to ensure that the results are accurate.