Colour Doppler is a specialized type of ultrasound that provides detailed information about blood flow within your body. It combines sound waves with color mapping to show how blood is moving through your veins and arteries in real time. At Elite Diagnostics, our advanced Colour Doppler services help detect and monitor various vascular and circulatory conditions with accuracy and ease.
What is Colour Doppler?
Colour Doppler is an imaging technique used to evaluate the direction, speed, and quality of blood flow in your blood vessels. By displaying blood flow in vivid colors, it gives doctors a clear view of how your circulatory system is functioning. This technique is essential for diagnosing and managing many medical conditions.
Why is Colour Doppler Recommended?
Your doctor may suggest a Colour Doppler study to:
- Detect blood clots or blockages in veins and arteries.
- Assess blood flow to organs and tissues.
- Monitor conditions like varicose veins or deep vein thrombosis (DVT).
- Evaluate the health of the heart and blood vessels.
- Track fetal health and blood circulation during pregnancy.
How is the Procedure Done?
- The procedure is safe, painless, and typically takes 20–40 minutes.
- A sonographer applies a gel to the skin and uses a transducer to examine the area.
- The color-coded images of your blood flow are displayed on a monitor, allowing the radiologist to analyze them.
