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Thyroid ultrasound

What is it?

Thyroid ultrasound aims to analyze the volume and density of the thyroid, as well as the existence or absence of lesions.

Ultrasound uses high-frequency ultrasounds emitted by a probe and transmitted through the tissues that reflect them to form an image of the region being examined.

Thyroid ultrasound is a simple, safe, harmless and painless technique.

Ultrasounds are carried out with the latest technology, on top-of-the-range high-resolution digital ultrasound equipment, including three-dimensional technology and the option of real-time 3D visualization – 4D, Color Doppler, and panoramic imaging.

High-resolution digital ultrasonic consoles are capable of using fully electronic multi-frequency probes.

How is it done?

For the thyroid ultrasound, you will be lying on a table in a dimly lit room to make it easier to read the images.
A gel will then be applied to the skin in the thyroid area to allow the ultrasound to be transmitted. This examination provides moving images, controlled via an escreen.

Thyroid ultrasound

 

Preparation for thyroid ultrasound

No prior preparation.

Thyroid Ultrasound Agreements and Prices

  • ADSE (user only pays a co-payment of €5.8), ADM GNR, SAD PSP;
  • Insurers: Médis, Multicare, Advance Care, Allianz, Saúde Prime, Future HealthCare, SS CGD, SAMS Quadros, SAMS, Montepio, RNA, Generali, Mudum, MGEN, Aegon, Vitória, Una Seguros, other insurers;
  • Health plans: Medicare, Saúde Prime, Future HealthCare, Continente Wells, ACP, other health plans.

The price varies depending on the health system or insurance you want to use.

Where to do it?

Thyroid ultrasound can be done at X-Clinic (Av. Eng. Duarte Pacheco, nº26 – Middle floor, 1070-110 Lisboa) or at NRD (Avenida Columbano Bordalo Pinheiro, nº 11-B, r/c, 1070 – 060 Lisboa – Junto à Praça de Espanha)

 

Does thyroid ultrasound hurt?

No. Ultrasound is a non-painful examination

When will I know the results of the thyroid ultrasound?

A first comment can be given to you after the examination, but this is only a first approach, because the images must then be studied and a written report made available as soon as possible.