Vascular ultrasound is a noninvasive test that helps us evaluate the health of your blood vessels. Using sound waves, we can identify blockages, narrowing, blood clots, and aneurysms that may affect circulation. At California Cardiac Institute, our physicians use this technology to guide prevention, diagnosis, and treatment for long-term heart health.
Evaluate Blood Flow in
Real Time
Vascular ultrasound is a safe, painless imaging test that uses high-frequency sound waves to create real-time pictures of your blood vessels. By combining standard ultrasound with Doppler technology, our vascular ultrasound in Los Angeles shows the structure of your arteries and veins and the movement of blood through them. This makes it essential for identifying blockages, clots, narrowed vessels, or weakened artery walls. At California Cardiac Institute, our physicians use vascular ultrasound not only to diagnose conditions early but also to guide prevention and personalized treatment strategies.
Vascular Ultrasounds Identify:
- Blockages or narrowing in the arteries
- Blood clots in veins (deep vein thrombosis)
- Plaque buildup that may lead to stroke
- Aneurysms or abnormal vessel enlargements
- Reduced or restricted blood flow
- Circulation problems linked to peripheral artery disease
- Effectiveness of past surgeries or treatments
Types of Venous Ultrasounds Available
Arterial Ultrasounds
Arterial ultrasounds evaluate the health of your arteries, which carry oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the rest of the body. This test uses sound waves to create images that reveal whether your arteries are narrowed, blocked, or weakened by conditions such as atherosclerosis or aneurysms. By detecting these issues early, physicians can prevent complications like peripheral artery disease.
Carotid Ultrasounds
Carotid ultrasounds focus on the arteries in your neck that supply blood to your brain. Narrowing of these arteries due to plaque buildup increases your risk for stroke or ischemic attacks. During this painless test, a transducer is gently placed on your neck to generate images of blood flow. Our physicians use these images to check for blockages or reduced circulation before serious complications arise.
Venous Duplex Ultrasounds
Venous duplex ultrasounds assess blood flow in your veins and are especially important for detecting blood clots, also known as deep vein thrombosis (DVT). This test combines traditional ultrasound imaging with Doppler technology to evaluate how your blood moves through your veins. Early detection is critical since untreated clots can travel to the lungs and cause pulmonary embolisms.
Abdominal Aorta Ultrasounds
An abdominal aorta ultrasound examines the largest artery in your body, which carries blood from your heart to the lower half of your body. This test helps detect aneurysms, which are dangerous enlargements of the artery that may rupture if left untreated. Using painless sound wave imaging, we can carefully assess the size, shape, and structure of the abdominal aorta.
What to Expect During Your Vascular Ultrasound
During your vascular ultrasound in Los Angeles, you will lie comfortably on an examination table while a clear gel is applied to the area being studied. This helps sound waves travel between your skin and the transducer, which we move across your body. The transducer sends sound waves into your arteries and veins, which then create real-time images on a monitor, allowing us to see the structure of your blood vessels and the movement of blood through them. Our physicians will guide you through each step, ensuring you are comfortable throughout the process. The test is painless, does not involve radiation, and typically takes less than an hour. We may ask you to adjust your position or hold your breath briefly so we can capture the most accurate images. Once completed, your results are carefully reviewed to help plan next steps.
Schedule Your Consultation
California Cardiac Institute is committed to helping you live longer, healthier, and stronger by combining advanced diagnostics with preventive care. Our vascular ultrasound in Los Angeles uses state-of-the-art imaging to identify circulation issues early and guide personalized treatment. We also offer same-day appointments and welcome walk-ins, making it easy for you to get the answers you need without delay. If you have symptoms of poor circulation, leg pain, or vascular concerns, schedule your vascular ultrasound in Glendale, California, today.
