Breast Ultrasound

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Breast Ultrasound uses high frequency sound waves to view the internal structure of your breast. The sound waves produce an image which allows the Radiologist to view the breast tissue from different angles and look for abnormalities.

How do I prepare?

Please arrive early for your exam as you will be asked to change into a gown. Wearing a two piece outfit can make this easier for you.

We also ask you refrain from using deodorant or lotions on the area, as this can interfere with the quality of the images.

On arrival, please present to reception. You will be asked to complete a short questionnaire about your medical history.

Technology and Team

Each of our practices use different equipment including Philips and Siemens machines.

Your Breast Ultrasound will be performed by a Sonographer who is a specially trained medical professional. The images the Sonographer captures are then viewed by a Radiologist who makes a diagnosis.

We endeavour to have all Breast Ultrasounds performed, by a female Sonographer. However, if you would like to ensure this happens, please book at one of our Women’s Imaging Centres or ask at the time of booking.

What happens during my examination?

You will be asked to lay down on a bed and your breast will need to be visible throughout the examination. Some women find this awkward, but our Sonographers are discreet and professional and will do everything they can to make you feel comfortable.

The Sonographer will move the probe over the whole breast area and arm pit to capture a complete set of images.

The examination can take up to 30 minutes.

The Sonographer and Radiologist will work together during an appointment to ensure all the necessary images are captured. This means that sometimes, the Radiologist will come into the room. You will be consulted before this happens.

After your examination

The results of your Breast Ultrasound will be sent directly to your referring Doctor. Please ensure you book a timely follow-up appointment to discuss your results with them.

Cost

The cost of a Breast Ultrasound will depend on the reason for your scan. Please ask for a quote at the time of booking.

Locations providing this service

189 Lake Street

189 Lake Street,
Cairns, QLD, 4870

Bayside

16 Weippin Street (Opposite Redland Hospital) Cleveland, QLD, 4163

Beenleigh

105 City Road,
Beenleigh, QLD, 4207

Bowen Hills

Bowen Hills Medical Specialist Centre
Suite 3, 16 Thompson Street
Bowen Hills, QLD, 4006

Browns Plains

14 Grand Plaza Drive,
Browns Plains, QLD, 4118

Cairns Private Hospital

144 Lake Street,
Cairns, QLD, 4870

Capalaba

Ground Floor,
Rickey Street,
Capalaba, QLD, 4157

Cleveland

43 Wynyard Street,
Cleveland, QLD, 4163

Coorparoo

342 Old Cleveland Road,
Coorparoo, QLD, 4151

Domain Central

21a/I Domain Central,
103 Duckworth Street,
Townsville, QLD, 4812

Douglas Discovery Rise

Clinical Practice Building,
James Cook Drive (cnr Mt Stuart Street),
Douglas, QLD, 4814

Fairfield

Fairfield Homemaker Centre
1 D'Arcy Drive
Idalia Qld 4811

Gold Coast Airport Central

Airport Central, 1 Eastern Avenue, Bilinga, QLD, 4225

Gold Coast Private Hospital

Ground Floor, 14 Hill Street, Southport, QLD, 4215

Greenslopes Private Hospital

Lower Lobby Level,
Newdegate Street,
Greenslopes, QLD, 4120

Helensvale

GC North Medical Hub
Helensvale Homeworld
Tenancy 78, First Floor
502 Hope Island Road
Helensvale QLD 4212

Logan Central

1 Wembley Rd
Cnr Wembley and Kingston Roads
(Service Road)
Logan Central, QLD, 4114

Logan Road

589 Logan Road,
Greenslopes, QLD, 4120

Logan Road – Greenslopes Obstetric and Paediatric

589 Logan Road,
Greenslopes, QLD, 4120

Loganholme

62 Bryants Road,
Loganholme, QLD, 4129

Mackay Fourways

96 Nebo Road,
West Mackay, QLD, 4740

Market Square

Ground Floor, 309 Mains Road
(Cnr Elva Street)
Sunnybank, Qld, 4109

Mater Hospital Brisbane

4th Floor, 32 Raymond Terrace,
South Brisbane, QLD, 4101

Mater Private Hospital Hyde Park

9-13 Bayswater Road,
Hyde Park, QLD, 4812

Mater Private Hospital Mackay

76 Willetts Road,
North Mackay, QLD, 4740

Mater Private Hospital Pimlico

Fulham Road,
Pimlico, QLD, 4812

Mater Private Hospital South Brisbane

301 Vulture Street,
South Brisbane, QLD, 4101

Mater Private Hospital Springfield

30 Health Care Drive,
Springfield Central, QLD, 4300

Mater Women’s Imaging Centre

Level 6 Mater Private Clinic,
550 Stanley Street,
South Brisbane, QLD, 4101

North Shore

7/50 North Shore Boulevard,
Burdell, QLD, 4818

Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Hospital

Cnr of Kessels and Troughton Roads,
Coopers Plains, QLD, 4108

Russell Street

127 Russell Street,
Toowoomba, QLD, 4350

Southport

128 Queen Street ,
Southport, QLD 4215

St Andrew’s Hospital Toowoomba

280 North Street,
Toowoomba, QLD, 4350

St Vincent’s Hospital Brisbane

411 Main Street,
Kangaroo Point, QLD, 4169

St Vincent’s Hospital Toowoomba

Scott Street,
Toowoomba, QLD, 4350

Sunnybank Private Hospital

Level 1, Sunnybank Private Medical Centre
245 McCullough Street,
Sunnybank, QLD, 4109

Sunnybank Women’s Imaging Centre

Suite 15 McCullough Centre,
259 McCullough Street,
Sunnybank, QLD, 4109

Taringa Westside Private Hospital

32 Morrow Street, Taringa, QLD, 4068

Upper Mount Gravatt

Ground Floor,
1985 Logan Road,
Upper Mount Gravatt, QLD, 4122

Warwick

51 Wood Street,
Warwick, QLD, 4370

Westcourt

318 Mulgrave Road,
Cairns, QLD, 4870

Women’s Imaging Centre- Townsville

Level 4,Clinical Practice Building,
James Cook Drive (cnr Mt Stuart Street)
Douglas, QLD, 4814

Wynnum

101 Clara Street,
Wynnum, QLD, 4178

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