Well Man Ultrasound Scan
Well man ultrasound scan combines four essential ultrasound examinations, including abdominal, urinary tract, aorta and testicular. At Sonoclinic, we offer these scans to evaluate key areas in the body comprehensively.
Purpose of the Well Man Ultrasound Scan
This ultrasound scan is conducted to assess the following:
- Reproductive System: Testes, scrotal sac, epididymis
- Abdominal Organs: Liver, gallbladder, biliary system, pancreas, spleen
- Urinary System: Kidneys, bladder, prostate
- Circulatory System: Aorta
Reasons for Undergoing Well Man Ultrasound Scan
Our healthcare providers mostly recommend well man ultrasound scans for various reasons, such as:
- General health assessment
- Detection of testicular lumps
- Persistent or occasional testicular discomfort
- Swollen testicles
- Past infections
- General discomfort or pain
- Presence of varicocele
- Signs of inflammation
- Abdominal discomfort or bloating
- Kidney or loin pain
- Irregular liver function results
- Diagnosis of fatty liver
- Abnormal renal function indicators
- Monitoring previous conditions such as cysts, polyps, gallstones, or kidney stones
- Irregular blood test results
- Identification of tumours and cancers
- Nausea and vomiting
- Presence of gallstones
- Liver cirrhosis diagnosis
- Yellowing of skin (jaundice)
- Inflammation-related issues
- Detection of cysts or polyps
- Diagnosis of fluid retention (hydronephrosis)
- Urinary incontinence concerns
- Chronic kidney disease
- High blood pressure (hypertension)
- Evaluation of the abdominal aorta and iliac vessels
- Kidney pain or discomfort
- Traces of blood in urine or semen
- Bladder-related conditions
- Enlarged prostate gland
- Urinary tract infections
- Cystitis diagnosis
- Abnormal kidney function
- Family history of kidney disorders
- Detection of tumours and cancerous growths
- Identification of kidney or bladder stones
Scan Preparation
For accurate results, you should fast for about four hours. In addition, a full bladder is necessary, so it’s advisable to drink one litre (two pints) of water one hour before your appointment.