Outpatient Abdominal Ultrasound now available at Partner Veterinary in Frederick, Maryland
Our ultrasound service examines internal organs, helping diagnose conditions like pancreatitis, enlarged organs, stones, masses, and intestinal problems. Highly-trained and qualified sonographers perform the ultrasound studies, and a board-certified veterinary radiologist or boarded specialist interprets the results within 24 hours. Ultrasound of the abdomen is an outpatient service only and does not establish a patient-doctor relationship at Partner Veterinary.
Cost and Process:
- Fee: $675 (includes comprehensive scan and radiologist interpretation)
- Additional costs may apply for sedation, if needed
- STAT readings available for an extra fee
- Results can be expected within 24hrs
Scheduling:
- Call 301-200-8185 (Option 1) for availability
- Refer online with the form below
Preparing Your Clients and Patients:
- Fast adult pets for 12 hours before the exam
- Pets under 6 months: fast for 6 hours
- Drop-off time: 10am (specific appointment times available upon request)
- Payment is due at discharge
- Written consent required for shaving and possible sedation
Patients with indication for diagnostic work up of chronic diseases, or suspicions for need of cytologic or biopsy sampling should be referred to the Internal Medicine department rather than the Outpatient Ultrasound team.
Ultrasound report will be sent to you as the referring veterinarian for your interpretation and communication directly to the client.