Frequently Asked Questions -Ultrasound

Ultrasound is an ultrasound imaging procedure. Ultrasound allows the creation of cross-sectional images in all planes. In particular, it is possible to record organs such as the heart and the foetus of pregnant women.

An ultrasound is performed by a radiologist or technician and lasts between 15 and 30 minutes.

See the detailed section on ultrasound for more information on the content of this examination.

Ultrasound is usually performed for the following purposes:

- Distinguish between liquid cysts and solid tumors.
- To check the location, structure, and size of specific organs.
- Recognize the stages of cancer development.

For more information on this test, please visit our detailed ultrasound page.