Carotid Doppler Ultrasound
Carotid Doppler Ultrasound
A carotid artery ultrasound exam is a test that looks for narrowings in the carotid arteries in the neck. This test can find blockages, plaques, and aneurysms in the arteries. The ultrasound can show the arteries very clearly and is good at finding problems with blood flow. The main causes of stroke are the buildup of plaque, blockages in blood flow, and plaque breaking apart. This test also measures how thick the walls of the arteries are, which is a simple and inexpensive way to check for future heart problems. The ultrasound can also detect other issues with blood vessels using a special technology called Doppler. It is also used to screen people who already have certain conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes, which increase their risk of stroke. Even if these individuals don't have any signs of plaque buildup, regularly checking their carotid arteries can still be beneficial.
Appointment duration:
30 minutes
Indications:
- Abnormal sound observed in carotid artery
- Blood clots/slowed blood flow in the carotid artery
- Had a stroke or ministroke recently
- Split/Weakness in the tissues of the carotid artery wall
- Episodic dizziness
- Cerebral embolization
- Cervical or carotid bruit
- Memory Loss
- Cluster type headacheLoss of balance
- Vertigo
- Loss of vision/field cut
- Aphasia/dysphasiaIncreased vessel wall rigidity found during palpation
- Motor or sensory deficit
- Diplopia
- Syncope
- Unilateral paresthesias
- Drop attacks
- Amaurosis Fugax (transient monocular blindness)
- Fluctuating confusion
- Numbness/tingling
Before your appointment:
No patient prep required.
Carotid Ultrasound Pricing
With Insurance
$50 Deposit
Deposit due at booking. Doctor's referral required.
*Actual exam rates vary based on client's insurance plan.
Self-Paid & Non-Insured
$250
Paid in full. Due at time of booking.
No referral required.
All Services
We offer a diverse range of ultrasound services.
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A carotid artery ultrasound exam is used to identify a narrowing in the carotid arteries of the neck .
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