In an emergency, the test results of certain types of X-rays can be available within a few minutes for your doctor or radiologist to review with you. If it is not an emergency, X-ray results are usually ready in 1 or 2 days and sent to either your general physician or to be reviewed with your radiologist.

Do you get ultrasound results right away?

How long will it take for my doctor to receive the results of my ultrasound exam? One of our board-certified radiologists will review and interpret your ultrasound results immediately. Your doctor will receive a written report and hardcopy images within 24 hours.

How long do ultrasound scan results take?

When will I get my results? After your scan, the radiologist or sonographer will examine the images further, then prepare a report. This will be sent to the clinican who referred you. If this was your GP, you can expect the report to be available at your surgery within 10 to 14 days.

Can a radiographer tell you results?

Radiographers do not interpret the results or make a diagnosis. Instead, they are healthcare professionals who perform the imaging scans.

Can ultrasound detect bowel cancer?

In the diagnosis of colon cancer, abdominal ultrasound presents a sensitivity of 79.06%, a specificity of 92.15%, a PPV and a NPV of 80.9% and of 91.2%, respectively.

Are CT scan results immediate?

Your scan results wont usually be available immediately. A computer will need to process the information from your scan, which will then be analysed by a radiologist (a specialist in interpreting images of the body).

Can a radiographer read an MRI?

Credit: The MRI scanner is operated by a radiographer, who is trained in carrying out imaging investigations. They control the scanner using a computer, which is in a different room, to keep it away from the magnetic field generated by the scanner. Its very important to keep as still as possible during your MRI scan.

Do you need to shave before an ultrasound?

Preparing for Your Routine GYN Ultrasound Increase your water intake beginning the day before your ultrasound. You may empty your bladder and leave a urine specimen prior to your appointment. Usually, the ultrasound is performed vaginally, it is not necessary to shave.