Arkansas Society of
Radiologic Technologists
Ultrasound
Ultrasound, also called sonography or diagnostic medical sonography, is an imaging method that uses high-frequency sound waves to produce images of structures within the body. Most ultrasound examinations are done using a sonar device (transducer) outside the body with gel, though some ultrasound examinations involve placing the transducer inside the body.
Ultrasound is used for a variety of reasons, including to:
- View the uterus and ovaries of a pregnant woman and assess her fetus
- Diagnose gallbladder disease
- Evaluate flow in blood vessels
- Guide a needle for biopsy or tumor treatment
- Evaluate a breast lump
- Check a thyroid gland
- Diagnose some cancers
- Reveal genital and prostate abnormalities
- Advance the profession of medical imaging and radiation therapy
- Maintain high standards of education
- Enhance the quality of patient care
- Further the advocacy, welfare and socioeconomics of all imaging professions
Donations are always welcome and can be made by using the donate button or can be mailed to:
ArSRT
PO Box 241492
Little Rock, AR 72223