Ultrasound is a risk-free imaging technique. A small handheld device is placed on the skin and moved over the area being examined. It sends out sound waves and uses the echoes that bounce back to create an image on a screen. Ultrasound scans are commonly used to check organ health and help to assess how parts of the body are working. Ultrasound scans do not use radiation, making it a safe option for many people.
A chaperone is always available and often already in place.