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Renal Ultrasound
A renal ultrasound at Cardiovascular Speciality Imaging is a safe, painless, and non-invasive imaging test performed using high-frequency sound waves to produce images of the renal system, including kidneys, bladder, and ureters. It grants a healthcare provider an insight into these organs’ health and helps determine the best treatment option for any urinary condition. A renal ultrasound usually takes up to 30 minutes and examines these vital organs’ condition, shape, size, and location. The renal ultrasound needs little to no preparation, and the technologist may ask the person to drink a lot of water before the exam to ensure the bladder is full.
The doctor can give specific instructions, if any, to be followed before the test, like wearing loose and comfortable clothes. The fast process allows the person to continue the routine activities immediately after the test. A renal ultrasound is suitable for people of all ages, including children. Clear any doubts and follow the instructions to get the most accurate results. The doctor can advise on the following steps to treat and manage the underlying problems or symptoms or suggest further tests based on the results.
Why renal ultrasounds are performed
The renal system’s health is critical to an individual’s overall health, and a renal ultrasound is a proven way to understand its health and condition. Renal ultrasounds can reveal swelling, injury, stones, kidney assessment after transplant, or other severe complications like infections, cysts, tumors, or cancer. A renal ultrasound can diagnose changes in the kidney size or structure, changes in ureters, or the bladder wall. A radiologist can also perform a renal ultrasound before a renal biopsy or to check the blood flow to the kidneys.
A renal ultrasound is the best way to evaluate kidney disorders. Symptoms like breathlessness, cloudy urine, increased peeing frequency during the night, itchy skin, or pain while passing urine are common symptoms of impaired kidney function that may cause the doctor to recommend a renal ultrasound. Kidney ultrasound results are usually available within 24 hours after taking the test. The healthcare provider who suggested the ultrasound will discuss the results and determine the future course of action.