Toronto Ultrasound Imaging

Ultrasound Services in Toronto

Toronto Ultrasound Imaging is a diagnostic ultrasound clinic in Toronto located at 180 Bloor Street West, Suite 204, in the heart of downtown. Our team provides a full range of general, musculoskeletal (MSK) and obstetric ultrasound examinations, using high-resolution digital ultrasound equipment to capture detailed images for your doctor.

Ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves, not radiation, to create real-time images of organs, blood vessels, soft tissues and pregnancy. It is a safe, non-invasive test that helps doctors diagnose and monitor many conditions.

General ultrasound services

We perform a wide range of diagnostic ultrasound, including:

Musculoskeletal (MSK) ultrasound

We provide musculoskeletal ultrasound (MSK ultrasound) for joints, muscles, tendons and ligaments, including:

  • Shoulder
  • Elbow and forearm
  • Wrist and hand, including carpal tunnel region
  • Hip, hip joint, and thigh
  • Knee and hamstring
  • Calf, ankle and foot
  • Achilles tendon and plantar fascia

MSK ultrasound is often used to investigate pain, swelling, sports injuries and suspected tendon or ligament tears. It shows soft tissues in real time and allows for dynamic scanning while you move the joint.

How do I prepare for my ultrasound exam?

For detailed instructions for each exam type, please see our Preparations page.

Abdominal ultrasound

  • Eat a fat free dinner the night before your appointment
  • No dairy products or fried foods
  • No carbonated drinks 12 hours before your appointment
  • Nothing to eat or drink for 8 hours prior.
  • DO NOT eat breakfast

Abdomen and pelvis ultrasound

  • Eat a fat free dinner the night before your appointment
  • No dairy products or fried foods
  • Nothing to eat or drink for 8 hours prior.
  • Drink 5 glasses (2 bottles) of clear fluids one hour before your appointment time (water, juice, black coffee or black tea)
  • DO NOT VOID – a full bladder is necessary for the examination

Pelvic ultrasound (transabdominal or with transvaginal component)

  • Drink 5 glasses (2 bottles) of clear fluids one hour before your appointment time (water, juice, black coffee or black tea)
  • DO NOT VOID – a full bladder is necessary for the examination
  • No fasting necessary

Obstetric (pregnancy) ultrasound

  • Drink 5 glasses (2 bottles) of clear fluids one hour before your appointment time (water, juice, black coffee or black tea)

Nuchal translucency (NT) ultrasound

  • Drink 3 glasses (or 1.5 small bottles) of clear fluids one hour before your appointment time (water, juice, black coffee or black tea)
  • You must bring all the papers from your doctor (blood work, requisition, I.P.S. screening paper, etc) with you to your appointment, and let the receptionist know your having a Nuchal Translucency done.

Transrectal / prostate ultrasound

  • Purchase a Fleet enema or similar product from the pharmacy.
  • Use the enema at home about 2 hours before your appointment so the lower bowel is empty.
  • Drink roughly 4–5 glasses of clear fluid one hour before your exam and arrive with a full bladder.
  • Do not void until after your scan unless the technologist instructs you to.

Same-day and urgent ultrasound appointments

When possible, we accept same-day ultrasound appointments. Because some tests require preparation (fasting or a full bladder), we ask that you call us before coming so we can confirm:

  • Whether your referral is suitable for same-day scanning
  • What preparation is required for your specific ultrasound