FAQ's

(Abdomen): For abdomen ultrasounds, refrain from eating or drinking anything (except water for necessary medications) for 6 hours before your appointment. If it’s an afternoon appointment, you can have a light breakfast without dairy products.
A1 (Abdomen and Pelvis): No eating for 6 hours before the appointment, but finish drinking 3-4 cups (1 liter) of water 1 hour prior. For afternoon appointments, a light breakfast is allowed without dairy products.

(Pelvic, Obstetrical, Day 2-4 Follicular Monitoring): Maintain a full bladder by drinking 3-4 cups (1 liter) of water 1 hour before the appointment. Do not void before the test.

(Male Pelvic, Uroflow Study): Arrive with a full bladder; finish drinking 3-4 cups (1 liter) of water 1 hour before your appointment. Do not void before the study.

(No Preparation Required): Certain ultrasounds such as Echocardiogram, Vascular, Thyroid, Scrotum, Soft Tissue Lump, MSK, Breasts, and some Follicular Monitoring (other than day 2-4) require no specific preparation.

(Diabetics): Follow the general instructions based on the type of ultrasound. Additionally, if you are on insulin or oral medication, have a light breakfast without dairy products and take your usual dose.

Accessing your ultrasound images and reports is a seamless process with PocketHealth, a trusted platform that ensures secure and convenient retrieval. To initiate the retrieval process, please click on the link provided here.

To ensure a smooth process, all you need to bring is the requisition form and your health card. These are the essential documents for your ultrasound appointment.

Absolutely. Feel free to bring any requisition form from another clinic to our Richmond Hill Diagnostic Center. We are here to accommodate your needs and provide the necessary ultrasound services.

While we welcome walk-in patients, appointments are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis. To ensure timely service and minimize wait times, we recommend booking an appointment. It’s a simple process – just request an appointment here, and we will reach out to confirm within 12-24 hours. Thank you for choosing us for your ultrasound needs.

 Ultrasound of the abdomen and/or pelvis is performed using gel and a probe. Some pressure may be applied during the 30 to 50-minute procedure.

A full bladder enhances visualization during the pelvic ultrasound. Follow instructions for fluid intake before the exam.

A covered and lubricated probe is placed in the vagina, typically done in conjunction with a pelvic ultrasound. Written consent is required.

The ultrasound of the thyroid gland is performed with gel and a probe, and no specific preparation is mentioned.

Ultrasound of joints or soft tissue is conducted with gel and a probe, lasting approximately 30 minutes.

This procedure assesses blood flow in the legs using pressure cuffs and ultrasound. It is particularly important for individuals with diabetes to evaluate their vascular health.

It measures blood flow in the legs using ultrasound, typically lasting 30-50 minutes.

These procedures measure blood flow in the arms using pressure cuffs and ultrasound, each lasting 30-50 minutes.

Electrodes are attached to the chest to record the heart’s electrical activity. It takes approximately 10 minutes.

It records heart activity for 24 hours up to 14 days, providing continuous monitoring. Wear instructions should be followed, and the device should not get wet.

Ultrasound of the heart is performed using gel and a probe. Some pressure may be applied during the 60-minute procedure.

A cuff is worn for 24 hours, recording and storing blood pressure data. Follow specific instructions and return the device on the specified date.