Ultrasound scans use high frequency sound waves to capture images and video of the inside of the body.
An abdominal ultrasound is a useful way of examining the liver, gallbladder, spleen, pancreas, kidneys, and abdominal vessels.
If your doctor suspects you have any one of the following conditions, an abdominal ultrasound may be in your near future:
- blood clot
- enlarged organ (such as the liver, spleen, or kidneys)
- fluid in the abdominal cavity
- gallstone
- hernia
- pancreatitis
- kidney blockage
- kidney stones
- appendicitis
- tumors
How to prepare for an Abdominal ultrasound.
You may be asked to eat a fat-free meal on the evening before the test and then to avoid eating for eight to 12 hours before the test
