Non-Invasive Laboratory
Our non-invasive laboratory uses an array of equipment, including state-of-the-art ultrasound technology, to evaluate your vasculature. The non-invasive tests are integral to diagnosing, monitoring, and planning your treatment. Explore the resources* linked below to learn about some of the tests you can expect in our lab and some of the conditions we treat.
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Ultrasound studies are entirely non-invasive and radiation-free. They allow our team to assess the health of your veins and arteries.
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At Bay Area Vein and Vascular, the more commonly performed studies and some associated conditions include:
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Abdominal Aortic Ultrasound
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Renal Ultrasound
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Carotid Duplex Ultrasound
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Mesenteric Ultrasound
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Peripheral Arterial Ultrasound
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Venous Ultrasound
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To learn more about ultrasound studies click HERE.
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The ankle-brachial index is as simple as it gets, comparing the blood pressures in your arms to those in your legs. The ABI is a tool to assess for peripheral arterial disease (PAD), which affects circulation in the legs.
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To learn more about the ABI click HERE.
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Depicted is a color-mode ultrasound scan of the carotid artery and the doppler waveforms of the blood flow.
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An EKG is a tracing of the electrical activity of your heart. It provides basic information about the condition of the heart.
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To learn more about an EKG click HERE.
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* All linked resources on this page are external to the Bay Area Vein and Vascular Center and are the property of the Society for Vascular Surgery unless otherwise noted.
Contact Us
T: (650) 697-2431
F: (650) 697-3659
1850 El Camino Real
Burlingame, CA 94010
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Office Hours
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Monday-Friday
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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