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Find answers to the most commonly asked questions about our services, policies, and more.
Find answers to the most commonly asked questions about our services, policies, and more.
It is a way to look inside of the body using sound-waves to create an image. Unlike radiation/x-rays, it is safe.
Vascular – Carotid arteries, Abdominal Aorta, Lower Extremity Arteries, Thyroid and Neck survey, Breast and Axilla, Abdomen – Liver, Gallbladder, Pancreas, Kidneys, Spleen Pelvis – Women – Uterus, Ovaries, Bladder Men- Bladder, Prostate.
Screenings are not covered by insurance. If you are having any medical issues, please see doctor for diagnostic testing . Our scans are for screening purposes only in healthy individuals not experiencing symptoms.
If you are having a comprehensive scan, you should not eat a heavy meal within 3 hours of your scan. Also, you need a full bladder therefore do not empty before the exam and drink plenty of fluids.
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NO, We do know that mammograms can detect early changes in the breast tissue and microscopic calcification that ultrasounds can not see. However, we also know that mammograms can miss up to 50% of cancers in dense breast tissue and that over 40 % of women under the age of 50 have dense breast tissue. We strongly urge that you do self breast exams and to speak with your healthcare providers about what is best for you and your body in order make informed decisions about your care. Not one modality can detect all issues!
