Carotid Doppler Ultrasound

Carotid Doppler Ultrasound

Carotid Doppler ultrasound measures blood flow through the arteries in the neck that supply the brain, and shows narrowing that raises stroke risk.

When It Is Typically Used

• High Blood Pressure Treatment — Hypertension is a leading contributor to arterial narrowing.
• Heart Disease Screening — Carotid findings often reflect vascular health elsewhere in the body.
• Preventive Care — Screening is guided by age, cholesterol, smoking history, and family history.

Working Alongside Other On-Site Services

Results are considered alongside blood pressure readings and cholesterol lab work from the on-site laboratory.

What to Expect

The study is painless and takes about twenty minutes, with a probe passed along each side of the neck.