Preparation guide

Preparation for transvaginal ultrasound

Public guide to confirm empty bladder, clothing, menstruation, consent, privacy, previous exams, and the difference between transvaginal and pelvic.

How to use this guide

In many facilities, transvaginal ultrasound is performed with an empty bladder to improve pelvic evaluation.

If there is bleeding, significant pelvic pain, suspected pregnancy, or concern about the procedure, inform the team before the exam.

This material summarizes the most common preparation, but the final instruction must always be confirmed with the clinic or the requesting physician.

What is commonly requested for this exam

• Usually with an empty bladder
• Does not require fasting
• Can be done during most of the cycle, as requested

Quick checklist

• Confirm whether fasting, water intake, full bladder, empty bladder, or a specific time is required.
• Bring the medical request, ID, insurance information, and related prior exams.
• Do not stop medications on your own.
• Inform the clinic about pregnancy, diabetes, mobility limitation, severe pain, or anticoagulant use.

Useful questions to confirm with the clinic

• Do I need to fast? For how many hours?
• Should I drink water? How much and until when?
• Do I need a full or empty bladder?
• Is there different guidance for children, elderly patients, pregnancy, or diabetes?

Other useful preparation guides

• Preparo para ultrassom
• Pelvic
• Obstetric

Published preparation guides

• Complete Abdominal
• Breasts
• Thyroid
• Obstetric
• Pelvic
• Transvaginal
• Urinary Tract
• Venous Doppler

Transvaginal

Empty bladder

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