What is ultrasound?
Ultrasound, or sonography, is a non-invasive technique that uses high-frequency sound waves to produce real-time images of organs, tissue and blood flow. It uses no ionising radiation, which makes it well suited to pregnancy and to frequent follow-up.
Ultrasound at Medilab
We offer high-resolution scans performed by sonographers and interpreted by radiologists, on digital Doppler-capable machines.
Available scan types
- Abdominal — liver, gallbladder, kidneys, spleen, pancreas
- Pelvic — uterus, ovaries, bladder, transabdominal or transvaginal
- Obstetric — fetal growth and position, amniotic fluid, placental health
- Soft tissue — thyroid, lymph nodes, muscle injuries
- Vascular / Doppler — carotid arteries, leg veins, DVT screening
- Prostate and scrotal — for urological assessment
- Breast — lump evaluation and cyst identification
Why ultrasound
- Radiation-free and safe at any age
- Real-time, so it suits moving structures such as the heart and blood flow
- Can guide biopsies, drainage and fluid localisation
- Non-invasive and usually painless
- No sedation and no recovery time
Procedure & preparation
- Fasting may be required for abdominal studies, typically six to eight hours
- A full bladder is required for pelvic scans
- Comfortable, private room — gowns and gel provided
- Real-time guidance, so you can ask questions during the scan
- Approximately 15 to 30 minutes per region
Results & access
- Interpreted by a radiologist within one to two working days
- Reports available through the secure patient portal or sent to your referring doctor
- Urgent findings are flagged and escalated immediately
Access
- Every ultrasound examination is available as a walk-in during opening hours; no appointment is needed
- A referral from your doctor specifying the scan type is required
- Performed on site by licensed sonographers
- Walk in during opening hours
Why choose Medilab
- High-resolution, Doppler-capable ultrasound systems
- Sonographers
- A comfortable setting and efficient visits
- Fully digital reporting with secure access
- Trusted by doctors and patients across Suriname