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Advance Ultrasound
Private Service, Radiology
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Three Kings Plaza, 536 Mount Albert Road, Three Kings, Auckland
8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Description
Advance Ultrasound is a specialist ultrasound practice with an enthusiastic and friendly team providing high quality care in a welcoming environment.
We are a ‘State-of-the-Art’ practice, using the latest technology with advanced 4D imaging.
We provide a comprehensive range of ultrasound imaging services including:
General: Abdomen, Breast, Groin, Hernia, Neck, Renal and Pelvic (female), Renal Tract, Scrotum, Soft tissue lump, Thyroid
Pregnancy / Obstetrics: >1st Trimester, Nuchal scan, 2nd Trimester, (29-40 weeks)
Vascular: Carotid arteries, DVT (Veins)
Musculoskeletal: Lower Limb, Upper Limb
Interventional: Cortisone injection
What is Radiology?
Radiological procedures are used for looking at the internal structures of the body, whether bone or soft tissue. Usually these examinations are carried out to:
- diagnose disease states, such as cancer or heart disease
- show the extent of injury to body structures
- to aid in interventional procedures, such as angiography.
The radiologist may use different methods such as, X-ray, Computer Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Ultrasound as well as some other specialised types of radiological imaging.
The Team
- Sonographers perform your ultrasound examinations.
- Radiologists are specialist doctors who read and understand your images. They interpret the results of the images and send them to your doctor.
Staff
Mike Heath: Lead Sonographer. A sonographer since 1984, Mike is highly regarded by his peers, his regular referrers and his patients. Mike has a reputation for meticulous professionalism, impressive knowledge base, application of diagnostic skills and a lovely friendly personality. He has a particular strength and a strong interest in musculoskeletal ultrasound. Read more about Mike here
Our team of highly experienced and skilled sonographers and radiologists work closely together ensuring consistent, reliable results along with regular continuing medical education updates.
Ages
Child / Tamariki, Youth / Rangatahi, Adult / Pakeke, Older adult / Kaumātua
How do I access this service?
Referral
A referral from a medical professional is necessary to book any type of ultrasound.
Make an appointment
Once you have your referral you can make an appointment at your preferred location by phone or email.
Referral Expectations
Patients:
- click here to read how to prepare for your scan
- click here to learn what to expect during your scan
- click here to request online access to your images and reports
Referrers:
- click here for referral forms or referral pads
- click here to log into PACs
- click here to view patient scans and reports
- click here to provide feedback
Fees and Charges Categorisation
Fees apply
Fees and Charges Description
Find our pricing information here
Advance Ultrasound is a Southern Cross Affiliated Provider.
Hours
Three Kings Plaza, 536 Mount Albert Road, Three Kings, Auckland
8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
| Mon – Fri | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
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Languages Spoken
English
Procedures / Treatments
In ultrasound, a beam of sound at a very high frequency (that cannot be heard) is sent into the body from a small vibrating crystal in a hand-held scanner head. When the beam meets a surface between tissues of different density, echoes of the sound beam are sent back into the scanner head. The time between sending the sound and receiving the echo back is fed into a computer, which in turn creates an image that is projected on a television screen. Ultrasound is a very safe type of imaging; this is why it is so widely used during pregnancy. Doppler Ultrasound A Doppler study is a noninvasive test that can be used to evaluate blood flow by bouncing high-frequency sound waves (ultrasound) off red blood cells. The Doppler Effect is a change in the frequency of sound waves caused by moving objects. A Doppler study can estimate how fast blood flows by measuring the rate of change in its pitch (frequency). A Doppler study can help diagnose bloody clots, heart and leg valve problems and blocked or narrowed arteries. What to expect? After lying down, the area to be examined will be exposed. Generally a contact gel will be used between the scanner head and skin. The scanner head is then pressed against your skin and moved around and over the area to be examined. At the same time the internal images will appear onto a screen.
In ultrasound, a beam of sound at a very high frequency (that cannot be heard) is sent into the body from a small vibrating crystal in a hand-held scanner head. When the beam meets a surface between tissues of different density, echoes of the sound beam are sent back into the scanner head. The time between sending the sound and receiving the echo back is fed into a computer, which in turn creates an image that is projected on a television screen. Ultrasound is a very safe type of imaging; this is why it is so widely used during pregnancy. Doppler Ultrasound A Doppler study is a noninvasive test that can be used to evaluate blood flow by bouncing high-frequency sound waves (ultrasound) off red blood cells. The Doppler Effect is a change in the frequency of sound waves caused by moving objects. A Doppler study can estimate how fast blood flows by measuring the rate of change in its pitch (frequency). A Doppler study can help diagnose bloody clots, heart and leg valve problems and blocked or narrowed arteries. What to expect? After lying down, the area to be examined will be exposed. Generally a contact gel will be used between the scanner head and skin. The scanner head is then pressed against your skin and moved around and over the area to be examined. At the same time the internal images will appear onto a screen.
In ultrasound, a beam of sound at a very high frequency (that cannot be heard) is sent into the body from a small vibrating crystal in a hand-held scanner head. When the beam meets a surface between tissues of different density, echoes of the sound beam are sent back into the scanner head. The time between sending the sound and receiving the echo back is fed into a computer, which in turn creates an image that is projected on a television screen. Ultrasound is a very safe type of imaging; this is why it is so widely used during pregnancy.
Doppler Ultrasound
A Doppler study is a noninvasive test that can be used to evaluate blood flow by bouncing high-frequency sound waves (ultrasound) off red blood cells. The Doppler Effect is a change in the frequency of sound waves caused by moving objects. A Doppler study can estimate how fast blood flows by measuring the rate of change in its pitch (frequency). A Doppler study can help diagnose bloody clots, heart and leg valve problems and blocked or narrowed arteries.
What to expect?
After lying down, the area to be examined will be exposed. Generally a contact gel will be used between the scanner head and skin. The scanner head is then pressed against your skin and moved around and over the area to be examined. At the same time the internal images will appear onto a screen.
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Contact Details
Three Kings Plaza, 536 Mount Albert Road, Three Kings, Auckland
Central Auckland
8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
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Phone
(09) 624 4292
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Fax
(09) 624 4298
Email
Website
532 Mt Albert Road (Next to Three Kings Accident & Medical Centre)
Three Kings
Auckland
Auckland 1042
Street Address
532 Mt Albert Road (Next to Three Kings Accident & Medical Centre)
Three Kings
Auckland
Auckland 1042
110 Michael Jones Drive, Flat Bush, Auckland
South Auckland
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
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Phone
(09) 277 4495
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Fax
(09) 277 4496
Email
Website
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This page was last updated at 4:12PM on November 5, 2024. This information is reviewed and edited by Advance Ultrasound.