Pelvis Ultrasounds

During a pelvis ultrasound, you will need to expose the belly area. Towels will be tucked into your shirt and pants to protect your clothes from the ultrasound gel. You may be asked to move into different positions, such as laying on your back or side, sitting, standing, etc. An endovaginal ultrasound may be suggested to obtain additional diagnostic information. An endovaginal ultrasound is a special transducer that is inserted into the vagina. This allows the technologist to take more detailed images of the pelvic organs. The endovaginal portion will only be done if you provide consent.

This ultrasound will last approximately 20-30 minutes.

You must have a full bladder for a pelvis ultrasound. Empty your bladder approximately 90 minutes prior to the appointment time, then drink approximately 1L of water and have the water finished by 60 minutes prior to the appointment time.

Wear comfy clothes to your appointment.

Please arrive 10 minutes early with your Alberta Healthcare card (or other provincial healthcare card) and your requisition if you were given a copy.

If your bladder is not full, we may be required to cancel and reschedule the appointment.

During a pelvis ultrasound, you will need to expose the belly area. Towels will be tucked into your shirt and pants to protect your clothes from the ultrasound gel. You may be asked to move into different positions, such as laying on your back or side, sitting, standing, etc.

This ultrasound will last approximately 20-30 minutes.

You must have a full bladder for a pelvis ultrasound. Empty your bladder approximately 90 minutes prior to the appointment time, then drink approximately 1L of water and have the water finished by 60 minutes prior to the appointment time.

Wear comfy clothes to your appointment.

Please arrive 10 minutes early with your Alberta Healthcare card (or other provincial healthcare card) and your requisition if you were given a copy.

If your bladder is not full, we may be required to cancel and reschedule the appointment.

During a transrectal prostate ultrasound, you will be required to undress from the waist down. A disposable sheet will be provided to cover up with. You will be laying on your left side for the ultrasound. A transrectal transducer will be inserted into the rectum to take pictures of the prostate.

This ultrasound will last approximately 15-20 minutes.

There is no preparation required for a transrectal prostate ultrasound.

Wear comfy clothes to your appointment.

Please arrive 10 minutes early with your Alberta Healthcare card (or other provincial healthcare card) and your requisition if you were given a copy.