Ultrasound

What is an Ultrasound?

Ultrasound is a safe and painless test that uses sound waves (not radiation) to take pictures of the inside of your body.

At FCDC, we use advanced 3D/4D real-time ultrasound machines (from GE, USA), which means you can see clear, live images of your organs and even your baby moving inside the womb!

What Can Ultrasound Be Used For?

Ultrasound helps doctors look at:

Pregnancy – to check baby’s growth and health

Organs – like liver, kidneys, bladder, pancreas, thyroid, ovaries, etc.

Blood Flow – with a test called Doppler, to check arteries and veins

Lumps or Pain – to find cysts, tumors, or infections

Guided Procedures – like taking a sample (biopsy) or draining fluid

Ultrasound in Pregnancy

Dating Scan (8–14 weeks) – to check the baby’s age and expected delivery date

Anomaly Scan (18–21 weeks) – to check for any problems with baby’s development

4D Scan (~6 months) – lets you see the baby’s face and movements in real-time (amazing for parents!)

Ultrasound for Women’s Health

Ultrasound is great for spotting:

PCOS (polycystic ovaries)

Fibroids

Endometriosis

Ovarian Cysts

Uterine or Ovarian Cancer

It’s safe, simple, and gives important information.

✅ Ultrasounds That Don’t Need Preparation

No special steps needed before the scan:

Breast, Scrotum, Thyroid, Axilla (underarm), Arms & Legs, Carotid (neck blood vessels), Kidneys, etc.

Transvaginal Ultrasound – an internal test to look at female reproductive organs (done gently and safely)

Ultrasounds That Need Preparation

You may need to fast (empty stomach) or drink water, depending on the scan. Preparation is important, or the scan may need to be rescheduled.

Examples:

Abdomen / Gallbladder / Liver / Pancreas – usually done on an empty stomach

Pelvic / Prostate / Bladder – may need a full bladder

Fetal Ultrasound (baby) – sometimes done with full bladder or with some prep

Why Choose FCDC for Ultrasound?

High-quality 3D/4D machines

Experienced Radiologists

Safe & accurate testing

Gentle care, especially for women

Fast reporting and friendly staff