Is ultrasound gel the same as lube?

Is ultrasound gel the same as lube?

Lubricant gels are used to relieve vaginal dryness for comfort during intimacy and in the clinic to facilitate insertion of medical devices. Ultrasound gel is used during transvaginal ovarian echog- raphy, to act as a lubricant for the introduction of the transducer probe and as a transmitter of ultrasound waves.

What is ultrasound gel used for?

Because ultrasound sound waves have a difficult time traveling through the air, ultrasound gel is used to reduce the air between your patient and the transducer to reduce acoustic impedance and reflection to allow for a clear image to be produced.

Can you get a yeast infection from an ultrasound?

It is not normal to have significant itching, burning or pain after this exam. Inform your team if you experience these symptoms, as occasionally women will have an untreated yeast infection or urinary tract infection.

Does ultrasound gel contain latex?

EcoVue Ultrasound Gel, and its packaging, are not made with natural rubber latex.

What are the ingredients in ultrasound gel?

Propylene Glycol. Propylene Glycol is an organic,double oil compound frequently used for cosmetic purpose.

Glycerin. Glycerin is a polyol compound often used in pharmaceutics and for making items such as soap.

Phenoxyethanol. It is often used in skin and other dermatological products.

Colorant.

What is ultrasound gel for?

Ultrasound. A clear, water-based gel is applied to the skin on the area to be examined. The gel helps with the transmission of the sound waves. A handheld probe called a transducer is moved over the area being examined. You may need to change position so that other areas can be examined.

What is an ultrasound gel?

Ultrasound gel or a coupling agent, utilizes a basic physics principle where sound waves tend to carry very well through an aqueous or watery medium. When applied to the surface of the patient’s skin, the ultrasound gel acts as a coupling medium and enhances the transmission…

What is the chemical composition of ultrasound gel?

Though they differ by brand, most ultrasound gels contain a blue colorant, such as FD&C Blue No. 1. Colorants are synthetic dyes usually made from petroleum. These dyes are commonly found in food, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.