What happens during a Doppler ultrasound?A Doppler ultrasound usually includes the following steps:You will lie a table, exposing the area of your body that's being tested.A health care provider will spread a special gel on the skin over that area.The provider will move a wand-like device, called a transducer, over the area.The device sends sound waves into your body.The movement of blood cells causes a change in the pitch of the sound waves. You may hear swishing or pulse-like sounds during the procedure.The waves are recorded and turned into images or graphs on a monitor.After the test is over, the provider will wipe the gel off your body.The test takes about 30-60 minutes to complete.
