What is ultrasound?
Diagnostic ultrasound uses high frequency sound waves to produce images of organs, tissues and blood flow within the body. An ultrasound transducer (often referred to as a probe) is used to generate the sound waves that lead to the final images on the screen.

There are many complex interactions that take place to enable internal structures of the body to be visualized with ultrasound. One of the advantages of ultrasound is that it has the ability to observe structures in real time and examine their movement.

For legal reasons, the Sonographer who is professionally trained and accredited cannot discuss the results with you. A radiologist, who is a Specialist physician experienced in radiology examinations will analyse the images and send a signed report with his or her interpretation to your referring doctor, who will then discuss the results with you.

If medically urgent, or you have an appointment immediately after the scan to be seen by your doctor or health care provider, Whittlesea Medical Imaging Clinic will instantly have your results ready. Otherwise, the report will be received by your doctor or health care provider within the next 24 hours.

To arrange an examination at Radskill Imaging, you need to:

- Have a referral from your Doctor, Specialist or Allied health Practitioner

- Make an appointment if having ultrasound (otherwise no appointment necessary) by calling Whittlesea Medical Imaging on 97160278

- Bring your referral with you to your appointment.

For any inquiries, please do not hesitate to contact the reception staff at Whittlesea Medical Imaging.

Facts Sheets: Summary of Ultrasound Examinations and Preparation Required: