Book your Colour Doppler – Both Upper Limbs (Arterial & Venous) scan at Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy, an NABL & NABH-accredited diagnostic centre which provides advanced laboratory pathology services. It is an ultrasound that provides a complete review of arteries and veins in both arms and also helps to diagnose disorders that affect blood circulation.
This test is a radiation free which examines the perfect arterial flow of blood and the circulation of veins. It assists that it diagnostic earlier, offering proper management of peripheral vascular diseases. It is performed by our experienced radiologists
About Colour Doppler – Both Upper Limbs (Arterial & Venous)
A Colour Doppler – Both Upper Limbs (Arterial & Venous) scan is a kind of ultrasound examination that assesses the arteries and veins of both arms, blood flow, and identifies where the blockage occurs in the veins (blood clots). Patients who are experiencing arm pain, numbness, cold hands, and circulatory disorders are recommended to undergo vascular examination.
What is a Colour Doppler – Both Upper Limbs (Arterial & Venous) Scan?
Colour Doppler ultrasound merges conventional ultrasound imaging with Doppler technology to measure the direction and speed of the flow of blood. The arterial component assesses the blood supply, which is rich in oxygen, to the arms. The venous component assesses the return of blood to the heart and examines for venous obstruction. This examination is painless and radiation-free.
Common Reasons for a Colour Doppler – Both Upper Limbs (Arterial & Venous) Scan
Pain or swelling in one or both arms
Suspected deep vein thrombosis (upper limb DVT)
Numbness or tingling in the hands or arms
Cold hands or poor circulation
Evaluation of arterial narrowing or blockage
Assessment of varicose veins or venous insufficiency in the upper limbs
Follow-up after vascular surgery or dialysis access procedures
Evaluation of vascular injury after trauma
Assessment before vascular interventions
Monitoring known peripheral vascular disease
Conditions Evaluated
Peripheral arterial disease of the upper limbs
Upper extremity deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
Venous insufficiency
Arterial stenosis
Arterial occlusion
Thrombophlebitis
Thoracic outlet syndrome (vascular involvement)
Dialysis fistula or graft evaluation
Peripheral vascular disease
Post-surgical vascular complications
Who Should Consider This Scan?
Your doctor may recommend this scan if you:
Have persistent arm pain or swelling
Experience numbness, weakness, or coldness in the hands
Are suspected of having an arterial blockage or blood clot
Have visible swelling of the arm veins
Need evaluation before or after vascular surgery
Have a dialysis fistula or vascular graft requiring assessment
Have symptoms of reduced blood circulation in the upper limbs
Benefits of Colour Doppler – Both Upper Limbs (Arterial & Venous)
Comprehensive evaluation of arteries and veins in both arms
Non-invasive and painless examination
No radiation exposure
Real-time assessment of blood circulation
Early detection of blood clots and arterial blockages
Helps diagnose vascular disorders affecting the upper limbs
Safe for repeated follow-up examinations
Why Choose Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy?
Experienced Radiologists and Vascular Imaging Specialists
Advanced High-Resolution Colour Doppler Ultrasound Systems
NABL & NABH Accredited Diagnostic Centre
Accurate and timely reporting
Affordable and transparent pricing
Comprehensive Radiology and Pathology services under one roof
Book Your Colour Doppler – Both Upper Limbs (Arterial & Venous) Scan
If you are looking for a Colour Doppler – Both Upper Limbs (Arterial & Venous) Scan, Upper Limb Arterial and Venous Doppler Ultrasound, or Upper Extremity Vascular Doppler Test near you, book your appointment today at Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy. Our specialists provide accurate vascular imaging for the diagnosis and management of arterial and venous disorders, ensuring timely treatment and improved vascular health.
Test information: No preperation needed.
Reporting: Within 01 hour*
No fasting is required for this scan.
No special preparation is needed unless advised by your doctor.
Wear loose and comfortable clothing that allows easy access to both arms.
Avoid applying lotions, creams, or oils on your arms on the day of the examination.
Carry previous Doppler studies, ultrasound reports, CT scans, MRI scans, angiography reports, or other relevant medical records if available.
Continue taking your regular medications unless instructed otherwise by your doctor.
Inform the radiologist if you have a history of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), peripheral arterial disease (PAD), vascular surgery, angioplasty, stent placement, dialysis fistula, vascular graft, or blood clotting disorders.
Inform the radiologist if you have diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, recent arm injury, or symptoms such as arm pain, swelling, numbness, coldness, weakness, or tingling.
Arrive 15–20 minutes before your scheduled appointment.
इस जांच के लिए उपवास (फास्टिंग) की आवश्यकता नहीं होती है।
डॉक्टर द्वारा विशेष रूप से सलाह न दिए जाने पर किसी विशेष तैयारी की आवश्यकता नहीं होती है।
जांच के दौरान दोनों हाथों की आसानी से जांच के लिए ढीले और आरामदायक कपड़े पहनकर आएं।
जांच वाले दिन हाथों पर कोई क्रीम, लोशन या तेल न लगाएं।
यदि उपलब्ध हों, तो अपनी पुरानी डॉप्लर जांच, अल्ट्रासाउंड, सीटी स्कैन, एमआरआई, एंजियोग्राफी रिपोर्ट या अन्य संबंधित मेडिकल रिकॉर्ड साथ लेकर आएं।
नियमित दवाइयाँ डॉक्टर की सलाह के अनुसार जारी रखें।
यदि पहले डीप वेन थ्रॉम्बोसिस (DVT), परिधीय धमनी रोग (PAD), एंजियोप्लास्टी, स्टेंट, डायलिसिस फिस्टुला, वैस्कुलर ग्राफ्ट, बाईपास या किसी रक्त वाहिका की सर्जरी हुई हो, तो इसकी जानकारी रेडियोलॉजिस्ट को दें।
यदि आपको मधुमेह, उच्च रक्तचाप, उच्च कोलेस्ट्रॉल, हाल की हाथ की चोट या हाथों में दर्द, सूजन, सुन्नपन, ठंडापन, कमजोरी या झुनझुनी की समस्या हो, तो इसकी जानकारी भी अवश्य दें।
पंजीकरण और तैयारी के लिए निर्धारित समय से 15–20 मिनट पहले केंद्र पर पहुंचें।
The patient is asked to lie comfortably on the examination table.
A water-based ultrasound gel is applied over both upper limbs.
A Doppler ultrasound probe is gently moved over the arteries and veins of both arms to evaluate blood flow.
Colour and spectral Doppler imaging are used to assess the direction, speed, and pattern of arterial and venous blood flow in real time.
The examination evaluates arterial narrowing (stenosis), arterial blockages (occlusion), deep vein thrombosis (DVT), venous reflux, venous obstruction, and other vascular abnormalities.
Blood flow measurements are recorded at different levels of both upper limbs for a comprehensive arterial and venous assessment.
Additional measurements or imaging may be performed when clinically indicated.
The procedure is painless, non-invasive, and does not involve radiation or contrast injection.
The examination usually takes approximately 30–45 minutes, depending on the clinical indication and complexity of the study.
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