Steps for Using a 4D Ultrasound Machine

Four-dimensional ultrasounds (4-D) take three-dimensional ultrasounds a step further by creating a real-time, multiplanar image of a body part as it continues to function. These ultrasounds serve diagnostic purposes in addition rendering real-time pictures of unborn babies.

ROI

• The region of interest (ROI) determines the area you wish to scan.

Controls

• Decide the controls ahead of time to determine the precise location to find the image such as the angle, quality and primary plane.

Target

• Place the transducer on the body according to your ROI so the transducer can locate your target.

Volume

• The volume scan gives the image its 4-D quality. Move the transducer in a fan-like motion back and forth to achieve volume acquisition.

Reconstruction

• The visual reconstruction of the image may take some time depending on your controls and the quality of the picture. Once the image appears, you can change the appearance of the image, such as creating more texture or viewing the image in X-ray mode, by changing the algorithms that dictate how the image is rendered.