Paediatric Abdomen Ultrasound Scan
posted 8th November 2022
A Paediatric Abdominal Ultrasound is a procedure that uses ultrasound imaging primarily to evaluate the internal organs and blood vessels within your child's abdomen including the:
- appendix
- bladder
- stomach
- liver
- kidneys
- gallbladder
- spleen
- pancreas
- intestines
- ovaries
Preparation - the day of your scan
Some fasting is required before a Paediatric Abdominal Ultrasound:
0-2 years - withhold previous feed before appointment, approximately 2 hours.
2-6 years old - nothing to eat or drink 3 hours before appointment.
Over 6 years old - nothing to eat or drink 4 hours before appointment.
Exception: diabetics or special nutritional requirements
If necessary, your child is allowed water or clear juice but not milk. Please bring a bottle for infants to feed during examination if needed.
