Carotid Artery Ultrasound in VancouverStroke Risk Screening
Carotid artery disease is a leading risk factor for stroke, and early detection makes all the difference. Our private carotid artery ultrasound in Vancouver screens for arterial blockage and plaque buildup with no radiation, no wait, and results the same day.
- 30 to 45 min
- DAP Accredited
- Results in 24 Hours
What This Ultrasound Evaluates
- Carotid arteries (left and right)
- Plaque buildup (atherosclerosis)
- Degree of narrowing (stenosis)
- Blood flow velocity (Doppler assessment)
- Vascular abnormalities affecting circulation to the brain
Who This Ultrasound Is For
This exam is commonly recommended for:
- Patients with risk factors for stroke (e.g., high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, smoking)
- A carotid bruit detected on physical exam
- History of stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA)
- Evaluation of known carotid artery disease
- Follow-up of previously identified plaque or narrowing
What to Expect
Your scan is performed by a certified sonographer and takes approximately 30 to 45 minutes. You will lie on your back with your head slightly turned. Gel is applied and a probe is moved along each side of the neck. The exam is painless. Bring your physician's requisition form. Your report is delivered within 24 hours.