Ultrasound

Ultrasound at Noosa Radiology

Noosa Radiology provides a full range of diagnostic ultrasound services, specialising in obstetric, breast, vascular and musculoskeletal ultrasound. We also perform routine ultrasound for focused areas of interest such as the thyroid, liver, and kidneys.​

Preparing for your examination

Please be aware that all ultrasound scans require an appointment. Please call us to arrange an appointment time.​

What to bring​

  • A referral from your GP or specialist​
  • Medicare card​
  • Pension/concession card​

Please tell us if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.​

Some ultrasound examinations require preparation including fasting and being well hydrated. Our staff will make you aware of all preparation when booking your appointment. You should continue taking all prescribed medications as usual.​

Reasons for Ultrasound

  • No radiation is involved​
  • No oral or intravenous contrast is required​
  • It is non-invasive (except ultrasound guided biopsy) and​
  • There are no known complications​

What to expect

On your arrival you may be asked to fill out a questionnaire and/or sign a consent form. You may be provided with a gown to wear instead of your own clothes.​

In the imaging room, a Sonographer uses a hand-held scanning probe (transducer) placed against your skin and moves it around the area they are scanning. They will apply a warm gel between the transducer and your skin. This clear gel conducts the sound beam and allows the ultrasound probe to pass smoothly over your skin. The gel is easily removed after your examination, and it will not stain your skin or clothing.​

Diagnostic ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves to produce pictures images of the body’s internal organs. Ultrasound pictures are produced by directing a small beam of high-frequency sound waves at the organs being studied. The sound waves echo or bounce off the body’s internal structures. The returning echoes are then received by the imaging equipment to produce images on a TV screen. You will be able to see these ultrasound pictures during the examination, and they will be filmed for a permanent record.​

Because ultrasound does not produce radiation, a patient may have a family member accompany them during the scan.

When can you get your results?

The images obtained are digitally recorded. At Noosa Radiology our highly trained and qualified radiologists interpret the images and provide a report for your doctor and/or referring health care provider usually within 24 hours, although depending on the complexity of the scan this may take a little longer.​​

You will need to make a follow up appointment to discuss the results with your referring practitioner. Your doctor can access your report and images electronically via a secure portal and you will be able to access your images via our patient portal.​

Related information

Upcoming closure:

Please note that our clinics will be closed on Monday, 5 May for the Labour Day public holiday.

Normal hours will resume on Tuesday, 6 May

Thank you for your understanding and we wish you a safe and relaxing holiday!

Upcoming closure:

Please note we will be closed in observance of
ANZAC Day on Friday, 25 April.

Lest We Forget

Thank you for your understanding. Normal hours resume from Saturday, 26 April.

Upcoming closure:

Please note our adjusted hours over the Easter period.

Good Friday (April 18): Closed
Easter Saturday (April 19) Closed
Easter Sunday (April 20): Closed
Easter Monday (April 21): Closed

Normal hours resume from Tuesday, 22 April.
Wishing you and your family a safe and joyful Easter!

Upcoming closure:

Due to the impact of Tropical Cyclone Alfred to our community, we will be closed on Friday 7th March and Saturday 8th March for the safety of our staff and patients. We apologise for any inconvenience and will reopen on Monday 10th March.