Cranial Ultrasound

Ultrasound, Brain

How To Prepare

No special preparation is required before having this test.

If an older baby is having the test, it may help to have the baby be a little hungry. The baby can be fed during the test, which will help the baby be comforted and hold still during the test.


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Author: Maria G. Essig, MS, ELS Last Updated: January 5, 2009
Medical Review: Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine
Paul D. Traughber, MD - Radiology

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Topic Contents
 Test Overview
 Why It Is Done
Arrow PointerHow To Prepare
 How It Is Done
 How It Feels
 Risks
 Results
 What Affects the Test
 What To Think About
 References
 Credits