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Frequently Asked Questions About Your Ultrasound Scan

Clear answers regarding appointment preparation, scan procedures, instant results, and booking guidelines at Ultrasound Imaging N.I.

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We are located at Unit T11, Dungannon Enterprise Centre, 2 Coalisland Road, Dungannon, Co. Tyrone, BT71 6JT. Our clinic offers accessible ground-floor access with free on-site parking for all clients across Northern Ireland.

An ultrasound scan is a safe, painless, and non-invasive diagnostic imaging procedure. It uses high-frequency sound waves (not radiation) to create real-time images of the inside of your body. A small hand-held probe called a transducer is placed on your skin with water-based gel to capture images of internal organs, blood vessels, or a developing baby.
When you arrive, our friendly team will welcome you into a comfortable, private clinical room. Your practitioner will explain the procedure, answer any initial questions, and apply warm gel to the target area. The examination typically takes 15 to 30 minutes, after which your practitioner will explain the findings, provide printed images (for pregnancy scans), and email your digital report
As qualified healthcare professionals, our priority is your health and peace of mind. If an unexpected finding or abnormality is detected during your private scan, our sonographer will discuss the findings with you compassionately. We will provide a formal digital clinical report and guide you on the necessary next steps, including how to share the report directly with your registered NHS GP or specialist doctor.

Ultrasound scan preparation depends on the specific service you book:

  • Pelvic & Early Pregnancy Scans: Require a full bladder. Drink 1 litre of clear water 1 hour prior to your scan time and do not empty your bladder.
  • Abdominal Scans: Require fasting. Avoid eating food or drinking non-water liquids for 6 hours prior to your scan.
  • Vascular & Surface Scans: Wear loose, comfortable two-piece clothing so the target area can be accessed easily.

Detailed preparation instructions will be emailed to you immediately upon booking.

A transvaginal ultrasound is an internal pelvic scan where a slim, sterile probe covered with protective sheath and gel is gently inserted into the vagina. This procedure provides ultra-high resolution images of the uterus, endometrium, and ovaries. It is particularly recommended for early pregnancy scans under 8 weeks, investigating unexplained pelvic pain, or assessing suspected ovarian cysts. It is voluntary, discreet, and performed with full consent.

We ask all clients to arrive 5 to 10 minutes prior to their scheduled time to complete registration smoothly. If you are running late, please call or WhatsApp us at 07836310963 as soon as possible. Because we reserve generous appointment slots for each client, arriving more than 10 minutes late may require us to reschedule your appointment to ensure clinical standards are maintained for all patients.

No GP referral is needed. You can self-refer and book directly online or over the phone at your convenience. We provide instant access to private ultrasound scans with zero waiting lists.

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