Ultrasound
What is an Ultrasound?

Ultrasound scans offer real-time images of your body’s interior using sound waves. Unlike x-rays, ultrasounds do not involve radiation exposure.

We direct high-frequency sound waves at the body part examined during the ultrasound. These sound waves are emitted by a device called a transducer, which also captures the echoes that bounce back from your body. The reflected sound waves, or echoes, generate an image displayed on a monitor, allowing your healthcare team to visualise the inside of your body in real-time.

Our ultrasound specialists at St Vincent’s Private Radiology are ideal for completing abdominal, vascular, obstetrics and musculoskeletal studies. For gynecological studies, you may require an internal examination that provides greater structural detail. This will be discussed with you prior to the examination.

What to expect when getting an Ultrasound

A Sonographer utilises a hand-held scanner, called a transducer to perform an ultrasound. High-frequency sound waves are sent into your body, and their echoes are converted into electrical impulses to create images on a screen.

During the scan, the sonographer will apply a gel to your skin in the examined area. The sonographer moves the transducer on the gel, pressing gently if necessary.

Ultrasound scans take 20-60 minutes and are performed by specially trained professionals. There are no after-effects, and you can resume your normal activities afterwards.

How to prepare
Bring the referral your Doctor or Specialist gave you.
Bring the referral your Doctor or Specialist gave you.
Advise the administration team if you have had relevant imaging outside of St Vincent’s.
Advise the administration team if you have had relevant imaging outside of St Vincent’s.
Remove all jewellery.
Remove all jewellery.
Wear comfortable clothing and leave any valuables at home where possible.
Wear comfortable clothing and leave any valuables at home where possible.
Follow the instructions provided to you — you may be asked to fast or to drink water and not go to the toilet before the procedure.
Follow the instructions provided to you — you may be asked to fast or to drink water and not go to the toilet before the procedure.
Bring your Medicare card, healthcare card or insurance details as applicable.
Bring your Medicare card, healthcare card or insurance details as applicable.
You may be asked to fast or have a full bladder for your examination. All detailed instructions will be provided to you at the time of your booking.
You may be asked to fast or have a full bladder for your examination. All detailed instructions will be provided to you at the time of your booking.
Accessing your results
Accessing your results

All results can be downloaded electronically by your Doctor.

Billing and Medicare
Billing and Medicare

We offer very low out-of-pocket fees that are highly competitive.

For rebatable exams, we bulk bill all pension or health care card holders and full-time tertiary students.

For any billing queries, you can contact our reception team to discuss applicable fees.

Make a Booking

Some examinations require specific preparation. Complete our booking form to ensure your visit with us goes smoothly. Once your booking form is received, our team will contact you to confirm an appointment.

Make a Booking
Getting Here

Visit us at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne Building B, Basement Level, 55 Victoria Parade Fitzroy, conveniently near public transport and with free parking available.

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