If the ultrasound instrument with both cardiac ultrasound probe and abdominal ultrasound probe, then the cardiac ultrasound and abdominal ultrasound can be done together, when the cardiac ultrasound can be replaced after the abdominal ultrasound probe, the patient does not usually need to move position.
Color ultrasound is basically applicable to most patients, is a non-invasive examination, basically no contraindications. Cardiac ultrasound generally do not need to fasting before the examination, abdominal ultrasound need to fasting 6 to 8 hours before the examination.
Cardiac ultrasound can assess whether the structure and function of the heart are normal, which helps to help diagnose various congenital heart diseases, heart valve disease, cardiomyopathy and so on. Abdominal ultrasound mainly examines the liver, gallbladder, pancreas, spleen and other abdominal organs, and can help diagnose fatty liver and gallbladder stones.
Whether the two tests can be done together depends on the ultrasound instrument, and you can consult the ultrasound department of your local hospital. If there is discomfort in the precordial region or abdominal discomfort, it is recommended to consult the doctor in time to avoid delay.