How Do Ultrasound Scans Work?
Ultrasound scans use high-frequency sound waves, which are reflected by soft tissues, fluid or bone in the body. The echoes are recorded and used to create images on a screen.
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Ultrasound scans use high-frequency sound waves, which are reflected by soft tissues, fluid or bone in the body. The echoes are recorded and used to create images on a screen.
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