Ultrasound Imaging
Ultrasound is safe and painless. It produces pictures of the inside of
the body using sound waves. Ultrasound imaging is also called ultrasound
scanning or sonography. It uses a small probe called a transducer and
gel placed directly on the skin. High-frequency sound waves travel from
the probe through the gel into the body. The probe collects the sounds
that bounce back. A computer uses those sound waves to create an image.
Ultrasound exams do not use radiation (as used in x-rays). Since images
are captured in real-time, they can show the structure and movement of
the body's internal organs. They can also show blood flowing through
blood vessels. This is a noninvasive medical test that helps physicians
diagnose and treat medical conditions.
Benefits of Ultrasound:
- Most ultrasound procedures are noninvasive.
- Ultrasound is widely available and easy-to-use
- Ultrasound imaging does not use radiation.
- Ultrasound scanning gives a clear picture of soft tissues that do not show
up well on x-ray images.
Ultrasound procedures performed at Gunnison Valley Health.
Gunnison Valley Health performs many ultrasound procedures including:
Leading edge ultrasound backed by compassion and commitment.
At Gunnison Valley Health, we provide advanced imaging services right here
in the Gunnison Valley. Our on-site radiologists and certified technologists
offer expertise, experience, and diagnostic excellence to the residents
and guests of our area.
For more information, speak to your physician or
contact Gunnison Valley Health's Diagnostic Imaging Department at (970) 641-7253.