Ultrasound-guided tapping, also known as aspiration, is a minimally invasive procedure used to remove fluid from body cavities such as the abdomen (ascites), pleura (pleural effusion), or joints. Real-time ultrasound guidance ensures accurate needle placement, minimizes complications, and avoids injury to adjacent organs or vessels. The procedure can be diagnostic, allowing fluid analysis for infection, malignancy, or other pathologies, or therapeutic, providing symptom relief from fluid accumulation. Ultrasound guidance improves safety, efficiency, and patient comfort. It is widely used in emergency, critical care, and outpatient settings, making it an essential tool in clinical practice.
Bring latest BT, CT & PT report. Old record to be shown & assessed by radiologist whether procedure is possible & required or not. If any non invasive procedure is required before invasive procedure, please discuss with referring doctor.
Home Collection:
Not Available
Reports Available:
1 Day
Frequently Asked Questions
Ans. It is a small invasive procedure where fluid is removed from the body using a thin needle.
Ans. It is done to
Check for infection, cancer, or other disease
Ans . Yes completely safe & No radiation is used.
Ans. Old record to be shown & assessed by radiologist whether procedure is possible & required or not. You cant eat and drink normally.
Ans. It usually takes 15-20 minutes.
Ans. Yes, prior appoinment is required .
Ans . It is mandatory to bring an attendant with you .
Ans. Yes , bring relevant old records.
TAT Policy
The Turnaround Time (TAT) for a test depends on the following factors:
Registration date and time
Type of scan or test
Scan time or sample collection time
Please note that in uncommon circumstances, TAT may be delayed due to the complexity of
the test or reasons beyond our control. You will be informed about the estimated TAT at
the time of registration or after completion of the test.
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