Renal Artery Doppler Ultrasound in Flemington, NJ
Universal Ultrasound Diagnostics provides renal artery Doppler ultrasound in Flemington, New Jersey. This noninvasive vascular study evaluates blood flow in the arteries supplying the kidneys and may be ordered when a clinician is assessing suspected renal artery narrowing or vascular causes of difficult-to-control blood pressure.
What is a Renal Artery Doppler Ultrasound?
The examination uses ultrasound and Doppler measurements to visualize the renal arteries and evaluate blood-flow velocities and patterns.
What does the exam evaluate?
What happens during the exam?
A credentialed technologist applies ultrasound gel and images the renal arteries from the abdomen, often from more than one position. Doppler measurements are used to assess blood-flow velocities along the length of each renal artery.
Gel & positioning
Ultrasound gel is applied and you're positioned comfortably for imaging of the abdomen.
Renal artery imaging
The technologist images the renal arteries, following our accredited protocol.
Doppler flow assessment
Doppler measurements evaluate blood-flow velocities and patterns along each renal artery.
Areas examined, timing & results
What areas are examined?
Imaging covers the renal arteries supplying the kidneys, following our accredited protocol and the exact study ordered by your clinician.
How long does the exam take?
Typically 45 minutes.
How are results sent?
Reports are sent directly to your doctor quickly and securely.
Stat results are provided immediately, routine results within 24 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why would my doctor order a renal artery ultrasound?
It may be ordered when a clinician wants to evaluate blood flow to the kidneys, including concern for narrowing of the renal arteries.
Is this the same as a kidney ultrasound?
No. A renal artery Doppler focuses on the blood vessels supplying the kidneys, while a general renal/kidney ultrasound focuses more on kidney anatomy and the urinary system.
Does it use contrast or radiation?
Standard ultrasound does not use ionizing radiation and generally does not require contrast.
Do I need to fast?
Yes, you typically need to fast for 6 to 8 hours before a renal artery Doppler exam. Fasting prevents food and drink from creating gas in your stomach and intestines.
Bowel gas can block the sound waves and hide the renal arteries, making it hard to get clear images of the blood flow.
How long does it take?
Typically 45 minutes.
How are results sent?
Reports are sent directly to your doctor quickly and securely. Stat results are provided immediately, routine results within 24 hours.
Schedule a Renal Artery Doppler
Schedule online or call/text our Flemington office.