Medical Imaging
General Ultrasound Imaging
Assessment of the internal organs within the abdomen and pelvis, including the liver, kidneys, bladder, prostate and appendix.
- Referral required
- Bulk billing available
Overview
About General Ultrasound Imaging
General ultrasounds are used to assess the internal organs within the abdomen and pelvis. These scans help detect inflammation, obstruction, or other structural changes.
Your doctor may request a general ultrasound to investigate symptoms such as abdominal pain, unexplained bloating, changes in urinary habits, or abnormal blood test results. Because ultrasound uses sound waves rather than radiation, it is a safe first-line investigation and can be repeated as often as your treating doctor needs.
The examination is performed with you lying comfortably on an examination bed. A warm gel is applied to the skin so the transducer can glide over the area being examined, and images are captured as your sonographer works methodically through each structure listed in your referral.
What this scan covers
- Abdominal ultrasound – liver, gallbladder, bile ducts, pancreas, spleen, abdominal aorta.
- Renal ultrasound – kidneys, bladder and urinary tract.
- Prostate ultrasound (trans-abdominal).
- Appendix ultrasound for suspected appendicitis.
Before your scan
How to Prepare for Your General Ultrasound Imaging
Abdominal ultrasound
Fast for at least 6 hours before your appointment. Essential medications are usually allowed.
Renal and pelvic area
Drink 1 litre of water 60–90 minutes before your appointment and do not empty your bladder.
Before you book
Referrals, costs and Medicare
Referrals and Medicare
A valid referral from your GP or specialist is required for all diagnostic ultrasounds performed at UBM Scans. With a valid referral, all diagnostic ultrasound scans at UBM Scans are bulk billed — there is no out-of-pocket cost to you.
Costs and health insurance
Because your scan is bulk billed, we bill Medicare directly: there is no invoice to pay and nothing for you to claim back afterwards. Bring your Medicare card and your referral to your appointment. Keepsake 3D and 4D scans are not medical scans, so they are not covered by Medicare — those are priced on our packages page.
Care you can expect
Why Choose Us?
Safe and Non-Invasive
Sound waves, not radiation. Safe to repeat whenever your doctor needs.
Thorough and Methodical
Every structure on your referral examined carefully, in turn.
Reports to Your Doctor
Results go straight to your referring doctor for diagnosis and planning.
Flexible Appointments
Extended hours, because life does not pause for appointments.
Medical imaging
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FAQs
General Ultrasound Imaging questions
What patients most often ask us about General Ultrasound Imaging.
Book & enquire
Book your general ultrasound imaging
Send us your referral details and we will come straight back to you with a time that suits.
- Referral required from your GP or specialist.
- Bulk billed with a valid referral — no out-of-pocket cost.
- Reports sent to your referring doctor.
- Menai clinic — Monday to Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings.
Next step
Book your scan at our Menai clinic
Send an enquiry with your referral details, or email [email protected].