Ultrasound Thorax / Chest

What is an Ultrasound (USG) Thorax/Chest Test?

A thoracic ultrasound, often known as a chest ultrasound, is a diagnostic procedure that produces precise images of the chest. Ultrasound technology creates images of your organs using high-frequency sound waves and echoes.

Ultrasonography of the chest can produce images of your:

• Lymph nodes
• Pleural cavity 
• Heart
• Lungs

Why is it done? 

Thoracic sonography (ultrasound/USG) examines for:

• Fluid accumulation in the pleural space

• Fluid in other chest parts, particularly if the quantity is tiny.

• Problems with the heart's valves.

Thoracic ultrasonography can also assist the physician in inserting a chest drain (which is a procedure that removes fluid).

What is the procedure for the U/S Ultrasound of the Thorax Test?

The Sonography Technician will explain. 

How does one prepare for the test? 

No preparation is needed. You should wear loose-fitting clothing.

After Care: 

No care is required.

The cost of a thoracic ultrasound (USG) test in Delhi: 

The price of a Sonography (Ultrasound / USG) of the thorax/chest test in Delhi is INR 2000 and varies depending on the diagnostic center.