Ultrasound Whole Abdomen (USG WA)

An ultrasound whole abdomen

is a type of ultrasound scan that screens your abdominal region, which includes the kidneys, gallbladder, pancreas, spleen, and liver. Also known as stomach ultrasound, this image diagnostic test is usually conducted to identify the reasons for unexplained abdominal pain.

The ultrasound whole abdomen is also widely used to diagnose kidney and gallstones, as well as to detect blood clots. The ultrasound whole abdomen is a non-invasive diagnostic test that works on the principles of sonar, the same technology used by navies to detect planes and ships. This image-testing procedure is capable of providing detailed images of the abdomen and its structures, including the organs, soft tissues, and blood vessels.

The ultrasound whole abdomen is also routinely conducted to aid in several medical procedures, such as abdominal biopsy, cyst drainage, and to examine the abdominal blood flow. As the abdominal ultrasound is devoid of radiation, it’s considered to be the safest image diagnostics test to screen for abdominal issues. It is one of the vital scans to be done regularly.