A Clearer Look at Your Vascular Health
No Radiation · No Contrast
Evaluate blood flow in the arteries and veins, including the carotid arteries, with a noninvasive, physician-interpreted Doppler ultrasound — without radiation or radioactive tracers.
Advanced vascular ultrasound in a comfortable Midtown outpatient setting, with focused clinical review and clear next-step guidance.
Clinical Coordination & Referral Support: Carotid ultrasound is most useful when ordered for an appropriate clinical reason. Patients with an existing order are welcome, and our licensed clinical team can assist with evaluation and care coordination when medically appropriate.
No Radiation or Tracer
Carotid ultrasound uses sound waves to evaluate the arteries without ionizing radiation or radioactive material.
Advanced Doppler Imaging
Color and spectral Doppler help assess the direction and speed of blood flowing through the carotid arteries.
Evaluates Plaque and Narrowing
The examination can identify plaque buildup and estimate the degree of carotid artery narrowing.
Physician-Interpreted Results
A qualified physician reviews the study and prepares a written imaging report.
What Is a Vascular Ultrasound?
Vascular ultrasound uses traditional ultrasound and Doppler imaging to evaluate blood flow through the arteries and veins, including the carotid arteries in the neck. It can help assess blood-flow patterns, plaque, narrowing, blockages, and other vascular concerns.
Noninvasive Imaging
Most examinations are performed externally using a handheld ultrasound transducer.
Quick Outpatient Visit
Most examinations are completed in one outpatient appointment with no recovery period.
Real-Time Blood-Flow Assessment
Doppler imaging displays how blood moves through the arteries and veins being examined.
Clinically Useful Findings
Results can help physicians determine whether monitoring, medical treatment, additional imaging, or specialist evaluation may be appropriate.
When Vascular Ultrasound May Be Appropriate
Vascular ultrasound may be considered for patients with:
For carotid ultrasound specifically, age, smoking, hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, and heart disease may be associated with greater cardiovascular risk; however, risk factors alone do not make routine carotid screening appropriate. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends against screening for asymptomatic carotid artery stenosis in the general adult population because the potential harms can outweigh the benefits.
Important: Vascular ultrasound should be performed for an appropriate clinical reason. Each request is reviewed for clinical appropriateness before imaging.
Arterial, Venous & Carotid Ultrasound Programs
Targeted vascular ultrasound evaluating blood flow in the arteries and veins, including the carotid arteries in the neck.
STROKE RISK SCREENING
From $599
A noninvasive Doppler study of the carotid arteries evaluating blood flow, plaque buildup, and narrowing. Commonly ordered to assess stroke risk, follow known carotid disease, or investigate dizziness and transient neurological symptoms.
- Carotid blood-flow assessment
- Plaque and stenosis evaluation
- Doppler velocity measurements
- Vertebral artery flow direction
- Physician interpretation
ARTERIAL DOPPLER STUDY
From $699
A Doppler evaluation of the arteries in the legs, assessing blood flow and narrowing. Ordered for leg pain with walking, non-healing wounds, coldness or color changes in the feet, and suspected peripheral artery disease.
- Arterial blood-flow assessment
- Evaluation for stenosis and blockage
- Segmental Doppler waveform analysis
- Ankle-brachial index when ordered
- Physician interpretation
CLOT DETECTION STUDY
From $699
A Doppler evaluation of the deep and superficial veins in the legs, used to detect blood clots. Ordered for leg swelling, pain, tenderness, or redness, and for follow-up of previously diagnosed clots.
- Deep vein thrombosis evaluation
- Vein compressibility assessment
- Doppler flow and augmentation testing
- Doppler flow and augmentation testing
- Physician interpretation
VENOUS INSUFFICIENCY STUDY
From $899
A comprehensive evaluation of venous valve function in the legs, performed standing to assess how well blood returns to the heart. Ordered for varicose veins, chronic leg swelling, aching or heaviness, skin discoloration, and venous ulcers.
- Valve function and reflux timing
- Great and small saphenous vein mapping
- Perforator vein evaluation
- Standing and positional assessment
- Physician interpretation
ARTERIAL DOPPLER STUDY
From $699
A Doppler evaluation of the arteries in the arms, assessing blood flow and narrowing. Ordered for arm pain or weakness with activity, color and temperature changes in the hands, and suspected thoracic outlet syndrome.
- Arterial blood-flow assessment
- Evaluation for stenosis and blockage
- Doppler waveform analysis
- Positional testing when indicated
- Physician interpretation
CLOT DETECTION STUDY
From $699
A Doppler evaluation of the veins in the arms, used to detect blood clots. Ordered for arm swelling or pain, and for assessment related to central lines, ports, and dialysis access.
- Deep vein thrombosis evaluation
- Vein compressibility assessment
- Doppler flow and augmentation testing
- Catheter-associated thrombosis assessment
- Physician interpretation
A Detailed Evaluation of Vascular Blood Flow
Plaque Buildup
Evaluates visible atherosclerotic plaque within the arteries being examined.
Arterial Narrowing
Helps assess whether plaque or other changes have reduced blood flow through an artery.
Blood-Flow Velocity
Measures blood-flow speeds that may indicate narrowing or other vascular abnormalities.
Venous Blood Flow
Evaluates how blood moves through the veins and can help identify areas of impaired flow or possible clot formation.
Vessel Patency
Assesses whether blood is moving appropriately through the evaluated arteries and veins.
Prior Treatment Follow-Up
May be used to monitor patients after vascular surgery, stenting, or other vascular treatment when ordered.
Stroke Symptoms Require Emergency Care — Not a Routine Appointment
Do not use an outpatient carotid ultrasound appointment for new or sudden neurologic symptoms. Call 911 immediately for:
⚠ Sudden facial drooping
⚠ Sudden weakness or numbness on one side
⚠ Sudden difficulty speaking or understanding speech
⚠ Sudden vision loss
⚠ Sudden severe dizziness or loss of balance
⚠ Sudden severe headache
A scheduled carotid ultrasound is not a substitute for emergency stroke evaluation.
Samsung RS85 Prestige Imaging
Technology Highlights
Imaging — High-resolution real-time imaging
Doppler — Color and spectral Doppler
Protocols — Focused organ-specific protocols
One Important Part of a Vascular Evaluation
Vascular ultrasound evaluates blood flow through selected arteries and veins, including the carotid arteries in the neck. It can help assess narrowing, blockages, blood clots, and other blood-flow abnormalities. It does not replace other imaging, cardiac evaluation, laboratory testing, or emergency assessment when those are clinically appropriate.
A normal vascular ultrasound does not necessarily mean that a person has no cardiovascular or vascular disease.
Frequently Asked Questions
What to Expect During Your Vascular Ultrasound
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Before Your Visit
Vascular ultrasound generally requires little preparation. Wear comfortable clothing that allows easy access to the area being examined, such as the neck, arms, or legs.
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During the Examination
You will lie on an examination table while gel is applied to the area being examined. The sonographer moves the transducer over the skin and records real-time blood-flow measurements.
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After the Examination
There is no radiation, injection, or recovery period. Patients can generally return to normal activities immediately.
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Your Results
A qualified physician interprets the ultrasound images and Doppler measurements and issues a written report within the reporting timeframe confirmed at scheduling.
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