Ultrasound is a non-invasive imaging procedure that involves transmitting sound waves into your body.
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General Ultrasound
A general ultrasound looks at the body’s internal organs. This is most commonly used to assess the abdomen, pelvis, urinary system, genital organs and glands, including the thyroid.
Vascular Ultrasound
The vascular ultrasound assesses the blood flow in veins and arteries to detect any blockages, clots, and/or other conditions.
Obstetrical (Pregnancy) Ultrasound
An obstetrical ultrasound determines the presence of an embryo and examines the fetus to assess growth and well-being. Learn more.
Breast Ultrasound
A breast ultrasound assesses for any abnormalities in the breast tissue and surrounding lymph nodes.
Musculoskeletal Ultrasound
This type of ultrasound looks at muscles and joints throughout the body.
Cardiac Ultrasound
Cardiac ultrasound is commonly referred to as an echocardiogram. Heart valves, chambers and walls are examined using Doppler ultrasound to assess heart structure and function.
Scrotal Ultrasound
This ultrasound focuses on the testicles within the scrotum. A scrotal ultrasound uses sound waves to help identify the causes of any pain or lumps/swelling. It can also identify varicoceles, which are varicose spermatic veins. This ultrasound can be used to identify scrotal torsion, which is an urgent condition.
30 – 60 minutes
Abdominal
Have nothing to eat or drink for at least 8 hours prior to your examination. This includes no smoking, no lozenges and no gum.
Pelvic Ultrasound (and Early Pregnancy)
Drink 1L (4 cups) of water, 90 minutes prior to your appointment and finish it one hour before your appointment. If the patient is under 80 lbs., please only drink 2 glasses. DO NOT EMPTY BLADDER until after the examination or if directed by the technologist.
At the time of a pelvic/early pregnancy ultrasound women will be offered an endovaginal ultrasound. This is performed using a specialized camera that is inserted into the vagina.
This exam will only be done with your consent.
Abdominal & Pelvis, or Kidneys & Bladder
Have nothing to eat or drink for at least 8 hours prior to the examination. This includes no smoking, no lozenges and no gum.
Drink 1L (4 cups) of water, 90 minutes prior to your appointment and finish it one hour before your appointment. If the patient is under 80 lbs., please only drink 2 glasses. DO NOT EMPTY BLADDER until after the examination or if directed by the technologist.
At the time of a pelvic ultrasound women will be offered an endovaginal ultrasound. This is performed using a specialized camera that is inserted into the vagina.
This exam will only be done with your consent.
Biophysical Profile
Drink 500 ml (2 cups) of water, 90 minutes prior to your appointment and finish it one hour before your appointment. DO NOT EMPTY BLADDER until after the examination or if directed by the technologist. Eat regular meals.
Almost every service we offer is covered by Alberta Health Care (or your province of residence) as long as you have a valid health card. To access full coverage, please bring your valid health care card and a referral from your health care provider to your appointment.
Our exceptions to full coverage are our:
Synolis injections for pain therapy. Alberta Health Services does not cover Synolis injections. However, AHS does cover our Cortisone pain therapy injections.
DEXA exams. DEXA exams gives infomation about your body fat, muscle mass and your bone density. It is not covered by Alberta Health Services.
No, you do not. Your primary physician may suggest a clinic location for you; however, that doesn’t mean you are required to get your exam at that location. We invite you to visit our clinic or any location for your exam where you feel safe and comfortable.
If you are due for your routine screening mammogram, in some scenarios there is an option for a “self-referral.” This will save you visiting the doctor for a requisition form. There are certain criteria you must meet, so please call for more information to determine if you qualify for this option. If you have any concerns about your breast health, please speak to your doctor.
Yes, we have qualified female and male technologists available to complete your scan.
Our qualified technologists will perform your examination for our radiologists, who will interpret and put into a report.
Please note technologists cannot give exam results.
This report will be issued shortly after your appointment and faxed directly to your referring doctor. We recommend that you make an appointment with your health care provider, one to two business days after your exam to discuss your results.
Your exam requires a high level of focus for our technologists to accurately capture the images we require for your exam. If you have small children, please do your best to leave them with someone else or have someone come with you to sit with them in the waiting room.
Different types of scans require different preparation. Please visit your specific exam page to learn more about your required preparation.
#140, 4774 Westwinds Drive NE Calgary, AB T3J 0L7
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#140, 4774 Westwinds Drive NE
Calgary, AB T3J 0L7
Phone 1 (587) 623 - 0900
Fax1 (587) 623 - 0901
#12, 3575 Rundlehorn Drive NE
Calgary, AB T1Y 2K1
Phone 1 (587) 623 - 0900
Fax1 (587) 623 - 0901
#101, 2012 8th Avenue
Cold Lake, AB T9M 1C2
Phone 1 (780) 639 - 0900
Fax1 (780) 639 - 0906
#309 1st Street SW, High River, AB
T1V 1R3
Phone 1 (587) 623 - 0900
Fax1 (587) 623 - 0901
