A Renal artery Doppler is a ultrasound test of the kidney arteries. It shows narrowing of kidney arteries. No ionising radiation (sound waves).
General health information, not a diagnosis. In an emergency, call 102. Always consult a qualified health professional.
Narrowing of kidney arteries.
Hard-to-control high blood pressure in the young.
Usually no preparation; some scans need fasting or a full bladder, as the centre advises.
No ionising radiation (sound waves). Safe in pregnancy.
30 to 45 minutes. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.
Ultrasound
Consult a doctor to interpret results — a single test does not make a diagnosis.
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What does a renal doppler show?
Narrowing of kidney arteries.
Why is a renal doppler done?
Hard-to-control high blood pressure in the young.
How do I prepare for a renal doppler?
Usually no preparation; some scans need fasting or a full bladder, as the centre advises.
Does a renal doppler use radiation?
No ionising radiation (sound waves). Safe in pregnancy.
How long does a renal doppler take?
30 to 45 minutes
Why is Renal artery Doppler done?
Hard-to-control high blood pressure in the young.
How do I prepare for Renal artery Doppler?
Usually no preparation; some scans need fasting or a full bladder, as the centre advises.
Is Renal artery Doppler safe in pregnancy?
No ionising radiation (sound waves). Safe in pregnancy.
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