We recommend that for female patients over the age of 16 years that the scan is performed transvaginally; this allows a more detailed assessment of the pelvic organs. More information on this type of scan can be found at the bottom of this information sheet.
 | Drink 1 litre of water 90 minutes before your appointment and complete drinking within the first 30 minutes. |
 | Do have a FULL BLADDER on arrival. Please check with a PRC staff member before you empty your bladder. If you have significant urgency to urinate then please use the bathroom to pass a small amount to ensure your bladder remains well filled. |
 | Do continue to take your regular medication as normal. |
 | Do bring your Referral, Medicare, Concession and DVA Card and any previous related scans to your appointment. |
What does Transvaginally mean?
Transvaginal ultrasounds are commonly referred to as “Internal” ultrasounds because of the nature of the scan. This scan is conducted by an Ultrasound Probe being inserted via the vagina. If you are uncomfortable with the idea of a transvaginal scan or if you are unsure, you will have the opportunity to discuss this with the sonographer performing your scan on the day and have the option of a transabdominal scan instead.
- Does any of the following apply to you? If so please contact us as soon as possible.
- You are Diabetic and unable to follow the instructions above.
- You are on Dialysis.
- If your referral mentions doppler or upper abdominal, renal, gall bladder, liver or kidney ultrasound scan.
- You are non-english speaking and require us to arrange an interpreter to be present at the appointment.