How to Prepare
shaving is required for acquiring superior, diagnostic images, and will ultimately allow for the best specialist interpretation.
​Whenever possible, having the animal shaved prior to the appointment time will both expedite the process as well as minimize inducing stress directly before beginning an ultrasound study.
Please have a staff member available to assist during the exam.
​Sedate as necessary and when appropriate. Patient comfort and reduced anxiety will significantly increase diagnostic yield. ​If an aspiration is requested, sedation is very important.
The administration of any drugs and monitoring of the patient are the responsibilities of the requesting rDVM's staff.
kEEP IN MIND
While the sonographer will be able to offer detailed impressions about what was observed during a scan, final diagnosis and or suggestions for treatment should be solely based upon the interpretation of the DVM, radiologist, cardiologist, or internal medicine specialist assessing the study.