Abdomen Scan – £140
What Is This Scan For?: The Abdomen Scan at UKSONO Healthcare is a comprehensive diagnostic procedure designed to assess the health of your abdominal organs. This scan examines key organs such as the liver, kidneys, gallbladder, pancreas, spleen, and abdominal aorta, helping to detect any potential abnormalities or underlying health conditions. If you’ve been experiencing abdominal discomfort, unexplained pain, or other concerns, this scan provides an in-depth look at your abdominal health.
What Does This Scan Check?:
- Liver: We examine the liver for any signs of liver disease or damage, such as fatty liver or cirrhosis.
- Kidneys: We check for kidney stones, cysts, or other potential issues affecting kidney function.
- Gallbladder: The scan identifies gallstones, inflammation, or other abnormalities in the gallbladder.
- Pancreas: We assess the pancreas for conditions such as pancreatitis or tumors.
- Spleen: We examine the spleen for any enlargement or signs of infection or disease.
- Abdominal Aorta: We check for the presence of any aneurysms or abnormal enlargement of the aorta.
What To Expect During the Scan: The Abdomen Scan typically lasts 15-20 minutes and is performed transabdominally (through your abdomen). During the scan, a specialist sonographer will apply a small amount of gel to your abdomen and use an ultrasound probe to capture detailed images of your internal organs. The scan is non-invasive, comfortable, and typically painless, though you may feel some mild pressure as the sonographer moves the probe over your abdomen to get clearer images.
Our experienced team will thoroughly examine each organ and provide you with a detailed diagnostic report. If any abnormalities are found, we will advise you on the next steps for further investigation or treatment.
Preparation Required: For the Abdomen Scan, we typically recommend fasting for 6 hours before your appointment. This is to ensure that your stomach and intestines are empty, which allows for clearer imaging of your abdominal organs. Please avoid eating or drinking during the fasting period, except for water. Our team will provide you with any additional instructions ahead of your scan to ensure the best possible results.
