Venous Doppler Ultrasound

This quick, non-invasive ultrasound procedure helps confirm or exclude the presence of a clot in the arm or leg.
€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 Venous Doppler Ultrasound

A venous Doppler ultrasound scan images the deep veins in the patient’s arm or leg, commonly to check for deep venous thrombosis (DVT).

*€140 extra for an additional limb (1 hour appointment)

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 during your Venous Doppler Ultrasound:

  • Procedure: Ultrasound gel will be applied to your leg or arm, and the veins will be scanned with an ultrasound probe.
    The sonographer will use a compression technique to flatten the veins, ensuring they are not filled with thrombus. This procedure is typically not painful.
  • 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.

The Venous Doppler Ultrasound checks:

  • The deep venous system in the arm or leg

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 Venous Doppler Ultrasound?

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

  1. Clothing: You will need to remove your trousers for your leg to be scanned or your shirt for your arm. We will do our best to respect your modesty and keep you covered, but we need to be able to scan the entire limb from top to bottom. 
  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

  • Investigating deep vein thrombosis
  • Assessing cellulitis
  • Checking for a Baker’s cyst behind the knee

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