Ultrasound

usgb/ˈʌltrəsaʊnd/
noun

A type of sound that is too high to be heard by humans, used in medicine or to see inside the body.

The doctor used an ultrasound to view the baby inside the mother's womb.
Visual representation of "ultrasound" - a type of sound that is too high to be heard by humans, used in medicine or to see inside the body

Often appears as...

  • ultrasound scan
  • ultrasound image

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Medical Imaging

Refers to visual representations of the inside of a body for clinical analysis and medical intervention.

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My doctor ordered an ultrasound to check the condition of my liver.
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Common Test

An ultrasound is often one of the first tests done when checking for certain health conditions.

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Suspecting gallstones, the physician suggested an abdominal ultrasound.
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Safety Perception

Ultrasounds are widely regarded as safe and non-invasive compared to other imaging techniques.

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Because it's safe for the baby, a prenatal ultrasound is a popular choice among expectant mothers.
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