Having the patient dropped off in the morning is preferrable. However, if that is not possible please have the patient arrive 30-60 minutes before the exam so the patient can be shaved and relax before the ultrasound.
We will call approximately 15 minutes before arriving. Upon arrival we will need a room, our completed patient history form, towels, and whenever possible to speak with the veterinarian. Our sonographer will discuss patient history and reason for the scan with the referring veterinarian, who is invited to observe the study.
Sedation is rarely needed. However, if you anticipate sedation will be required please have the owner’s consent in advance and allow for the proper amount of time needed for the sedation to take effect.
If desired, we can assist the veterinarian to acquire a tissue sample using a fine needle aspirate. If you anticipate the possibility of doing a FNA, we ask you have the owner’s consent ahead of time.
We will check out with the veterinarian. The reports will be written by the specialist you select and will be returned within 24 hours (routine).