Testicular Ultrasound
A Testicular or Scrotal ultrasound provides high quality images of the testes and is often the initial imaging investigation for Testicular symptoms.
A Testicular ultrasound may be requested by your doctor in the event of a swelling, lump or pain in the scrotum or testicle.
What to bring
• A Referral from your doctor or specialist is required for this examination, please ensure you bring this to your appointment.
• Medicare card
• Previous imaging report not performed at Southwest Ultrasound
Preparation
There is no preparation required for a Testicular ultrasound.
What to expect during my procedure
Once you arrive at Southwest Ultrasound, you will be asked by the Sonographer will leave the room and give you a minute to undress completely from the waist down and change into a gown and to lie on an examination table. You will be covered during your examination except for the area required to be examined. The Sonographer performing the examination may begin by discussing your medical history. The Sonographer will then apply a warm layer of gel to your Scrotum. This allows for good contact between the skin and the ultrasound transducer. A series of routine images of the testes will be obtained by moving the ultrasound transducer over the Scrotum. Mild pressure of the probe is required during the examination. Your Sonographer will discuss this with you and make every effort to minimise any discomfort if the area being examined is tender.
Risks and side effects
Ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves to produce images, there are no known side effects from having a diagnostic ultrasound scan performed for medical imaging purposes.
The Sonographer applies techniques to ensure that your scan is a safe procedure. For this reason, your scan should only be performed by an accredited Sonographer, or trained medical practitioner, and a scan should only be performed when clinically indicated.
Who will perform and report my examination
At Southwest Ultrasound your ultrasound examination will be carried out by a Sonographer (a technologist trained in ultrasound imaging) and accredited by the Australian Sonographer Accreditation Registry (ASAR). Your images will be reviewed and reported by a radiologist (a medical doctor specializing in the interpretation of medical images).
How do I receive my results?
Results will be made available to your referring doctor within 24 – 48 hours. In an emergency situation, you referring doctor will be contacted.
