Ultrasound imaging uses sound waves to produce pictures of the inside of the body.
It helps diagnose the causes of pain, swelling, and infection in the body’s internal organs and examines an unborn child (fetus) in pregnant women. In infants, doctors commonly use ultrasound to evaluate the brain, hips, and spine.
How Much Does Ultrasound Cost In South Africa
2D+HD Live Scan R1200. 00 -same as above 4d package. General Ultrasound Scans- from R850 Debit/Credit cards accepted. Medical Aid accepted- conditions apply.
How much does it cost to do a pregnancy scan in South Africa?
| 2D gender scan | R350 |
|---|---|
| Fetal well being/ growth Scan (23 – 40) weeks | R350 |
| ** A 30% is added to all pregnancy scans for Twin Pregnancies** | |
| Breast | R400 |
| Carotid Artery Assessment | R400 |
Can I do a pregnancy scan at clicks?
Call us on 0860 254 257 to make an appointment at a Clicks Clinic. We offer pregnancy care, health screenings, and more.
What happens in ultrasound?
A small device called an ultrasound probe is used, which gives off high-frequency sound waves.
You can’t hear these sound waves, but when they bounce off different parts of the body, they create “echoes” that are picked up by the probe and turned into a moving image.
How do you perform an ultrasound?
An ultrasound technician (sonographer) will put a special lubricating jelly on your abdomen.
The gel prevents air pockets from forming between the skin and the ultrasound transducer, which looks like a microphone.
The transducer sends high-frequency sound waves through your body.
Does a vaginal ultrasound hurt?
Having a transvaginal ultrasound may feel a little bit uncomfortable or embarrassing, but it shouldn’t hurt.
If you have had a cervical smear before, then you will probably find that the transvaginal scan is less uncomfortable because there is no need to hold the vagina open with a speculum.
When do you need an ultrasound?
Most doctors recommend an ultrasound at 20 weeks gestation.
This test tracks your unborn baby’s growth and development during pregnancy.
This ultrasound may also show your baby’s biological sex. Tell your technician if you do or do not want to know the sex.
Types of Ultrasound
- Endoscopic ultrasound.
- Doppler ultrasound.
- Color Doppler.
- Duplex ultrasound.
- Triplex ultrasound (color-flow imaging)
- Transvaginal ultrasound.