Preparation for your scan

Pelvic and renal ultrasounds -

If you have been referred for either a pelvic or a renal scan you will be required to have a full bladder for this scan.

It is important that you drink enough water before the scan so that you feel full.

Please reach out to us if you think you will struggle with this or need to discuss strategies that may help you achieve a full bladder.

Abdominal ultrasounds -

If you have been referred for an upper abdominal scan or any abdominal scan that is looking at blood vessels ie. Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) and iliacs, you will be required to fast for 6 hours.

Fasting includes no chewing gum.

You can have sips of water during the fasting period.

All other ultrasounds -

For all other ultrasounds, there is no particular preparation.

If you have any questions, please make contact.