Overview
Focused sonographic survey of abdominal organs with graded compression and Doppler assessment when indicated to evaluate focal and diffuse disease.
Core Views
Right upper quadrant liver and gallbladder left upper quadrant spleen and pancreas right and left kidney longitudinal and transverse views.
Doppler and Functional Assessment
Color and spectral Doppler for hepatic and renal vasculature and assessment of biliary dilation with graded compression for gallbladder evaluation.
Patient Preparation and Tips
Fasting reduces bowel gas and improves visualization; use low frequency curved array probes and optimize depth and focus for target organ.