Color Doppler or Color flow Doppler of Upper limb is a specific type of ultrasound imaging technique for upper limb that uses sound waves and a computer to delineate any pathological condition of upper limb having vascular origin.
Color Doppler or Color flow Doppler of Upper limb is a specific type of ultrasound imaging technique for upper limb that uses sound waves and a computer to delineate any pathological condition of upper limb having vascular origin.
It is safe, painless and non-invasive imaging modality for the evaluation and diagnosis of any abnormality of blood flow in the arteries or veins of upper limb/arm.
A handheld transducer is used which produces high frequency sound waves that get reflected by moving blood cells and are collected and demonstrated by different colors on the computer screen. It provides speed and direction of blood flow in real time.
Key Parameters assessed using upper limb Color Doppler includes:
- Blood vessel diameter
- Direction of blood flow
- Speed of blood flow
- Rate of blood flow
- Pattern of blood flow
Why do I need an Upper limb Color Doppler?
Upper limb color Doppler is an effective and fast imaging tool that is used for the analysis and diagnosis of a variety of conditions affecting the upper limb including:
- Atherosclerosis/plaque- Accumulation of cholesterol plaque in the vessel walls narrowing the lumen and causing obstruction to blood flow is known as atherosclerosis.
- Raynaud’s disease- Frequent Vasospasm of digital arteries which leads to repeated attack of pain, intermittent pallor and cyanosis in the fingers.
- Raynaud’s phenomenon-Excessive constriction of small arteries of hand in response to cold exposure is known as Raynaud’s phenomenon.
- Thoracic outlet syndrome- Compression of neuro-vascular structures in the thoracic outlet (space between Clavicle/collarbone and 1st rib) producing a group of symptom complex is known as Thoracic outlet syndrome.
- Embolic occlusion- Embolus may arise from the rupture of atherosclerotic plaque or within the heart and get dislodged to blood vessels causing obstruction to blood flow.
- Vascular Stenosis-It is hardening and narrowing of blood vessels.
- Aneurysms- It is abnormal ballooning of the vessel wall.
- Traumatic thrombus formation in hand and wrists
- DVT (Deep vein thrombosis)
- Defect in venous valves
- Post-operative evaluation of blood flow
- Compression of blood vessels
- Vascular malformation
- Vasculitis
- Arterio-venous fistula
- Harvesting Radial artery for grafting purpose such as Coronary artery bypass surgery
- Atrophy/degeneration of muscles of upper limb (arms, forearm or hands)
- Temperature difference between Both arms/hands
- Discoloration of fingers
- Ulcers on the fingertips
- Persistent pain in arms/fingers
- Blood pressure difference in both upper limbs
- Asymmetry between both upper limbs etc.
How do I prepare for Upper limb Color Doppler?
Follow these simple steps if you are going for Upper limb Color Doppler scan:
- Take an appointment- Schedule your appointment in a diagnostic center having the facility of Upper limb Color Doppler ultrasound.
- Clothing- Dress yourself in loose and comfortable outfits so that your body parts which need to be scanned can be easily assessed.
- Food and medications- You can follow your daily routine. Fasting is not required for upper limb Doppler scan.
- Hygiene- Maintain hygiene and do not apply oils or creams over the area which need to be examined.
- Reports- Carry your relevant medical and lab reports while going for Color Doppler ultrasound. These may aid in better evaluation of your condition.
- Smoking/Tobacco- Avoid smoking or tobacco chewing before the test as nicotine in these substances may case vasoconstriction which may alter the test results.
What is the procedure for Upper limb Color Doppler?
The procedure for Upper limb Color Doppler ultrasound may involve the following steps:
- Before the scan begins you need to remove ornaments and clothes from the body part which is being evaluated.
- You will be then asked to lie on the examination table.
- A technician may measure blood pressure to rule out pressure difference between both upper limbs.
- Your Radiologist will then apply gel/lubricant over your upper limb area for the smooth gliding of probe over the skin surface.
- Then a transducer/probe will be moved over the upper limb which sends high frequency sound waves to the body parts. These sound waves are reflected by the moving blood cells such RBCs and are recorded by the ultrasound machine and converted into images or graphs of different colors depicting parameters such as direction ,speed of blood flow and flow pattern in real time. These images will be interpretated to evaluate your condition.
- At the end of procedure, tissue paper will be provided to clean the gel/lubricant from the body surface.
- You will be allowed to leave once the imaging is over.
What happens after Upper limb Color Doppler?
Upper limb Colour Doppler test usually takes about 15-30 minutes. However, it may lasts longer depending the severity of condition and the associated co-morbid conditions. You will be allowed to leave immediately after the test.
After the scanning is over, your Radiologist will evaluate the result and make a diagnosis of your condition. You will get the report on the same day. This report will be analyzed by your Health care professional to make a proper management plan for your condition.
What is the price of Upper limb Color Doppler?
Upper limb Color Doppler ultrasound costs generally vary with city and location. Various diagnostic and imaging centers charges differently according to the quality of services they provide and the offers currently availing in them. Colour Doppler sonography charges also vary with the body parts which need to be examined.
Color Doppler test is an advanced diagnostic tool that is available at limited diagnostic centers as it requires costly and modern equipments as well as skilled Radiologist to perform the scan.
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Rs 3000
Best Diagnostic center for Upper limb Color Doppler?
Ganesh Diagnostic and Imaging center (GDIC) is the best diagnostic center for Upper limb Color Doppler Ultrasound in Rohini, Delhi. We have many branches in different locations of Delhi, NCR.
Ganesh Diagnostic and Imaging center is now considered one of the most popular and affordable Diagnostic center in Delhi.
We are having the facility of different types of Doppler ultrasound including:
- Color Doppler
- Duplex ultrasound
- Power Doppler
- Spectral Doppler
- Pulsed wave Doppler
- Continuous wave Doppler.
Ganesh Diagnostic and Imaging Center is a NABH and NABL accredited top diagnostic center situated in ROHINI and various other locations of Delhi. It is equipped with modern, highly expensive machines with latest cutting edge technologies and highly skilled Radiologists and Pathologists.
Currently, we are offering 50% discount on all types of Color Doppler ultrasound.
We are open 24*7 and 365 days. You can also get free online Consultation with our Senior Radiologist, Dr. Ravin Sharma (MBBS, MD Radiodiagnosis) regarding any imaging and scanning procedure.
We also offer facilities of online reporting, free home sample collection and free Ambulance services in Delhi, NCR. We are also empanelled with various departments and organizations. So, you can get the services at panel rate too.
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FAQs Related to Lower Limb Color Doppler Scan:
What are the other names for Lower limb color doppler scan?
Lower limb color doppler is known by various names such as:
- Lower limb color doppler ultrasound
- Color doppler scan for lower limbs
- Lower limbs CD scan
- Lower limbs doppler USG
- Lower limbs color doppler test.
Is fasting required for lower limb color doppler scan?
No, fasting is not required for lower limb doppler USG.
Can I drink water before lower limb color doppler?
Yes, you can drink water before undergoing a lower limb color doppler ultrasound.
Is lower limb color doppler ultrasound painful?
Lower limb color doppler ultrasound is a painless, rapid, non-invasive and safe technique that is used for the evaluation and diagnosis of any abnormality of blood flow in the arteries or veins of the Lower limbs.
What are the side effects of Lower limb color doppler?
Lower limb color doppler ultrasound is a safe procedure with no side effects as it utilizes sound waves. It helps in the evaluation of real time parameters of blood including blood flow, velocity of blood, blood flow pattern and patency of blood vessels of the lower limb including thigh, legs and feet.
Being safe and accurate, it is also used for guiding procedures such as harvesting vascular grafts or nerve grafts and monitoring treatment efficiency in patients who are receiving treatment for peripheral vascular diseases, venous insufficiency, DVT and peripheral arterial diseases.
Advantages of Lower limb color doppler ultrasound?
There are several advantages of color doppler USG for the examination of lower limbs over other techniques such as:
- Evaluation of real time parameters of blood flow including velocity of blood, blood flow pattern and patency of blood vessels of the lower limbs.
- Rapid technique.
- Non-invasive and painless.
- Affordable and cheap as compared to other techniques like CT scan or MRI.
- Doesn’t utilize ionizing radiations.
- No need for intravenous/oral contrast agents which are usually used in the other imaging scans such as X-rays or CT (Computed tomography) scans.
- Help in the evaluation of Varicose veins, Deep vein thrombosis (DVT), Venous insufficiency,
Arterial insufficiency, Vascular Stenosis, Aneurysms, Vascular malformation, Vasculitis, Arterio-venous fistula, Blood pressure difference or temperature difference in between both lower limbs, Asymmetry between both lower limbs, Atherosclerosis or plaque deposition in blood vessels, chronic discoloration of legs.
How much time it takes during lower limb doppler ultrasound?
Ultrasound/USG color doppler test for lower limbs usually takes about 30-45 minutes. However, it may last longer depending upon the severity of condition or other associated co-morbid conditions.
How long it takes for Lower limb color doppler ultrasound report?
Availability of lower limb color doppler report varies from centre to centre. Ganesh Diagnostic centre provides reports on the same day.
