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What is Ultrasound?
At Riverbend Veterinary PetCare Hospital, we offer advanced ultrasound services to provide a safe, non-invasive way to evaluate your pet’s internal health.
Using sound waves, ultrasound creates detailed images that give us valuable insight into your pet’s condition. It is especially useful for examining areas that may not be clearly visible on X-rays.
Ultrasound helps us see things that X-rays can’t, like soft tissues, fluid, blood flow, and how organs are actually functioning. It can help us find causes of pain, vomiting, weight loss, pregnancy, or abnormal lab results, and it can guide us if we need to collect a small sample safely.
Ultrasound Referral Form
When Is Ultrasound Recommended
Our veterinary team may recommend an ultrasound when your pet shows symptoms that require further evaluation. Ultrasound is commonly used to help diagnose:
- Abdominal pain or bloating
- Heart-related conditions
- Kidney or liver disease
- Pregnancy in female pets
- Tumors or abnormal growths
- Fluid buildup in the body
Ultrasound imaging may also be used to guide biopsies or fluid sampling for more precise testing.
How Does Ultrasound Work?
Ultrasound is a painless procedure and typically takes between 20 to 30 minutes. During the exam, your pet will rest comfortably on an exam table while a special gel is applied to the area being evaluated. A handheld probe is gently moved over the skin to capture detailed images.
In most cases, mild sedation is used to acquire clear images.
Benefits of Ultrasound for Your Pet
Ultrasound offers many advantages, including:
- Non-Invasive: No surgery is required, reducing risk and recovery time.
- Fast Results: Most exams are completed in 30 minutes.
- Accurate Diagnosis: High-quality images support precise medical evaluations.
- Safe: Suitable for pets of all ages and can be repeated when necessary.
Our Experienced Veterinary Team
At Riverbend Veterinary PetCare Hospital, ultrasound services are performed by our skilled veterinary team, including: Dr. Isabel Plourde, Dr. Emily Shotts, Dr. Alexa Radley and Dr. Sean Vassar. Our doctors are trained in diagnostic imaging and work together to ensure accurate results and personalized care for every patient.
In addition to routine diagnostics, we also offer ultrasound-guided procedures such as biopsies and fluid collection. These minimally invasive techniques allow us to gather important medical information while promoting faster recovery and effective treatment planning.
In House Thyroid Testing
We are able to run full lab panels in house, including Thyroid levels and Urinalysis, checking for infection or crystals.
Streamlined Ultrasound Patient Referrals
Referring a patient to Riverbend Veterinary PetCare Hospital for an ultrasound is quick and easy. Simply complete the form below and upload any relevant medical records before submitting. If you have any questions, please contact us at thelake@totalbondvets.com or call 704-971-2075. We look forward to working with you and supporting your patients’ diagnostic needs.
