Prostate Ultrasound
Overview
A prostate ultrasound is used to assess the prostate and urinary system including the bladder and kidneys.
Information
- An appointment is required
- You must bring your requisition.
- You must bring your health card.
Some important points:
- If you are late for your appointment or are not properly prepared, you will be rebooked.
- Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your appointment to register.
- 24 Hours notice is required to change or cancel an appointment or you will be charged for the missed appointment.
Preparation
On the day of the test, you may eat as usual. Take any medication (pills) that you normally take.
Ninety minutes before your test time, go to the washroom and empty your bladder.
Preparation for this test also involves using one (1) DULCOLAX SUPPOSITORY 2 hours before your appointment time. A Dulcolax suppository is an over-the-counter medication that is available at most pharmacies. It is inserted rectally. This medication should cause you to have a bowel movement, usually within 15 to 30 minutes. You do not need a laxative.
Now, drink 5 LARGE GLASSES (40 ounces, 1.3 litres) OF WATER over the next thirty minutes. You MUST finish the water ONE FULL HOUR BEFORE your appointment time. DO NOT GO TO THE WASHROOM until after the ultrasound.
Please bring the results of your PSA test if you have them.
A NOTE ABOUT PSA TESTS
A PSA test is a blood test to determine the level of prostate specific antigens in your blood. This test must NOT be done within a week of either a digital (finger) exam by your doctor or a transrectal ultrasound. Please be sure to have the blood test before your ultrasound or at least a week after the exam.