Colour Doppler Ultrasound in Nallakunta, Hyderabad
Vascular & Blood Flow Assessment — Nallakunta, Hyderabad
What is Colour Doppler Ultrasound?
Colour Doppler ultrasound is a specialised ultrasound that measures and visualises blood flow through blood vessels in real-time using colour-coded imaging. It is used to detect blockages, clots, narrowing, and abnormal blood flow patterns in arteries and veins throughout the body.
When is Colour Doppler Ultrasound Recommended?
- Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) investigation
- Varicose veins and chronic venous insufficiency
- Carotid artery stenosis (stroke risk)
- Renal artery Doppler for blood pressure issues
- Obstetric Doppler for fetal wellbeing
- Peripheral arterial disease
- Testicular Doppler for torsion
How to Prepare for Colour Doppler Ultrasound
- 1Generally no specific preparation needed
- 2For abdominal vessel Doppler: fast for 4-6 hours
- 3For venous Doppler: wear loose, comfortable clothing
- 4Avoid smoking for 2 hours before arterial studies
What Happens During the Colour Doppler Ultrasound?
Gel is applied to the skin and a Doppler probe is used to assess blood flow. Colour coding on the screen shows the direction and speed of blood flow. The scan is painless and takes 20-30 minutes.
Why Choose SL Diagnostics for Colour Doppler Ultrasound?
- High-resolution Doppler technology
- Expert interpretation by radiologists
- Same-day reports
- Combined with anatomical ultrasound for comprehensive assessment
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Regular ultrasound shows structures; Doppler additionally shows blood flow direction, speed, and turbulence using colour-coded imaging.
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