Urine left after passing urine.
General health information, not a diagnosis. In an emergency, call 102. Always consult a qualified health professional.
Urine left after passing urine.
Poor stream, retention, enlarged prostate.
Usually no preparation; some scans need fasting or a full bladder, as the centre advises.
No ionising radiation (sound waves). Safe in pregnancy.
5 minutes. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.
Consult a doctor to interpret results — a single test does not make a diagnosis.
Uses your location once to list the nearest facilities. Nothing is stored.
Why is Bladder scan (post-void residual) done?
Poor stream, retention, enlarged prostate.
How do I prepare for Bladder scan (post-void residual)?
Usually no preparation; some scans need fasting or a full bladder, as the centre advises.
Is Bladder scan (post-void residual) safe in pregnancy?
No ionising radiation (sound waves). Safe in pregnancy.
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