Ultrasounds are generally classified into three categories: obstetric/gynecologic, abdominal, and vascular/cardiac. Obstetric/gynecologic ultrasounds focus on imaging the female reproductive system, including evaluating the fetus during pregnancy. Abdominal ultrasounds are used to image organs in the abdomen such as the gallbladder, liver, and kidneys. Vascular/cardiac ultrasounds are used to evaluate blood flow and detect cardiovascular issues such as aneurysms or blockages. Ultrasound services can be found near you in Chesapeake VA at Family Medicine Healthcare, we can provide accurate imaging for any of these three types of ultrasound scans.