Abdominal Ultrasound

Our abdominal ultrasound services include a fasting abdominal scan of the upper organs in your abdomen, with a quick report turnaround time of 3 days.
€180
Available at Bray, Grafton Street, Gorey
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Please note: You will need a referral letter from a GP with an Irish Medical Council (IMC) number dated within 6 months.

Information on Abdominal Ultrasounds

It is often recommended for upper abdominal pain, but there are many other reasons your doctor might refer you for this scan. This test helps confirm or rule out specific conditions related to the upper abdominal organs, and your doctor may also order blood tests for a more accurate diagnosis.

Duration of the Scan

The examination lasts approximately 30 minutes.

If you have any questions or need further information, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We’re here to help you through every step of the process.

What to expect from your Abdominal Ultrasound

  • Procedure: Ultrasound gel will be applied to your abdomen. An ultrasound probe will be used to scan and examine the organs.
  • Imaging: Multiple images will be taken for analysis by a consultant radiologist.
  • Reporting: We aim to deliver the report to your GP within a few business days following your scan.

Organs examined during this scan: 

  • Aorta
  • Inferior Vena Cava (IVC)
  • Pancreas
  • Gallbladder
  • Biliary Tree
  • Liver
  • Kidneys
  • Spleen

Locations available for this procedure

Gorey

The Palms Centre
Block B 2nd Floor
The Avenue
Gorey
County Wexford
Y25 Y5P3

Dublin

Grafton Medical Centric Health
34 Grafton Street
Dublin 2
County Dublin
D02 XY06

Bray

Bray Women’s Health Centre
Bri Chualann Court
Adelaide Road
Bray
County Wicklow
A98N4C4

How do I prepare for my Abdominal Ultrasound?

To ensure we get the best possible images, here are a few things to keep in mind:

  1. Fasting: You mustn’t eat 6 hours before your scan. Only water and medications are allowed during this period.
  2. Referral Letter: You will need a referral letter from a GP with an Irish Medical Council (IMC) number dated within 6 months. This can be sent via Healthlink or emailed to info@theultrasoundsuite.ie.

Typical reasons for the Scan

  • Abdominal pain
  • Suspected gallstones
  • Suspected stones in the biliary tract
  • Suspected fatty liver
  • Suspected liver lesions or masses
  • Suspected abdominal aortic aneurysm
  • Abnormal liver function tests

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