Comprehensive Screening – Genetic Screening
Comprehensive Screening Beam Radiology is committed to offering the best available options to our patients. Part of this is examining the emerging resources and the scientific innovations that we now have access to. This includes genetic screening. Beam will facilitate the sample collection at one of our clinics, with our nursing team, and organize the […]
MRI Scan
3T Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) What is an MRI? MRI is a diagnostic tool that utilizes a powerful magnetic field, radio waves, and a computer to produce high quality images of internal body structures. This non-invasive procedure is regarded as an incredibly valuable tool for physicians to locate tumors and diagnose diseases as well as […]
The Intrauterine Assessment Program (IAP)
The Intrauterine Assessment Program (IAP) What is the IAP? The intrauterine assessment program is offered by Beam Radiology to provide imaging of the uterus before and after an intrauterine contraceptive device is inserted. This program targets the clinical challenges of delineating the typical symptoms associated with IUCD (IUD) insertions, from a patient presenting with symptoms […]
The aFTS
The Advanced First Trimester Screen, also known as the aFTS What is the Advanced First Trimester Screen (aFTS) When considering non-invasive screening for the risk of having a pregnancy with Trisomy 21,18, or 13 many patients express a desire to have a reliable and accurate screen that will result in as little stress as possible […]
Obstetrical Ultrasound
Obstetrical Ultrasound What is an obstetrical ultrasound? Obstetrical ultrasounds or fetal ultrasounds are an extremely important diagnostic imaging test used during a woman’s pregnancy. This exam is critical in examining the uterus and placenta, as well as the fetus in its entirety. Early obstetrical ultrasounds focus on the location, size, and number of pregnancies, whereas […]
Musculoskeletal Ultrasound
MSK Ultrasound What is a musculoskeletal ultrasound? Musculoskeletal (MSK) ultrasounds are an important tool in helping diagnose a variety of patient ailments. Like other ultrasounds, a transducer is used in the affected area to create real-time images. Often, dynamic movements are used while the technician is performing the ultrasound. These movements can be essential in […]
Obstetrical Ultrasound
Obstetrical Ultrasound What is an obstetrical ultrasound? Obstetrical ultrasounds or fetal ultrasounds are an extremely important diagnostic imaging test used during a woman’s pregnancy. This exam is critical in examining the uterus and placenta, as well as the fetus in its entirety. Early obstetrical ultrasounds focus on the location, size, and number of pregnancies, whereas […]
Abdominal Ultrasound
Abdominal Ultrasound What is an abdominal ultrasound? Ultrasound utilizes a transducer to send and receive sound waves, and this information is used to create a real time image. As a result of this ability, and the safe application of sound waves (ultrasound), ultrasound is a leading diagnostic tool. There is no radiation associated with ultrasound. […]
Pelvic Ultrasound
Pelvic Ultrasound What is a pelvic ultrasound? Ultrasound utilizes a transducer to send and receive sound waves, and this information is used to create a real time image. As a result of this ability, and the safe application of sound waves (ultrasound), ultrasound is a leading diagnostic tool. There is no radiation associated with ultrasound. […]
Kidney and Bladder Ultrasound
Kidney and bladder Ultrasound What is a renal ultrasound? Ultrasound utilizes a transducer to send and receive sound waves, and this information is used to create a real time image. As a result of this ability, and the safe application of sound waves (ultrasound), ultrasound is a leading diagnostic tool. There is no radiation associated […]