Peripheral Lower Arterial Ultrasound: Assess Your Circulatory Health

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A non-invasive ultrasound that evaluates blood flow in your legs, helping detect peripheral arterial disease (PAD) before it leads to serious complications.

Why PAD Screening Matters

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Silent Threat: Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) affects 1 in 5 adults over 60, often without noticeable symptoms until advanced stages (CDC).

High Stakes: PAD raises the risk of heart attack, stroke, and cardiovascular death by 4–6 times compared to those without the condition (AHA).

Preventable Complications: Early detection with non-invasive ultrasound enables timely interventions, lifestyle changes, and medical management—reducing the risk of serious events, limb loss, or progressive vascular damage. Screening empowers patients to take control of their vascular health before symptoms appear.

What You Can Expect From Your Screening

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Detect Early Blockages: Around 1 in 4 patients have arterial narrowing before any symptoms appear.

Uncover Hidden Risk: PAD frequently occurs alongside coronary or carotid artery disease, providing insight into overall cardiovascular health.

Personalized Guidance: Results inform targeted lifestyle changes, medications, or procedures to protect circulation and heart health.

Reassurance & Confidence: Most patients—75–80%—have normal findings, offering peace of mind and confirmation of healthy blood flow.

The Science Behind the Test

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Doppler Ultrasound: Non-invasive imaging of leg arteries with no radiation exposure.

Velocity and Flow Analysis: Measures real-time blood flow to detect narrowing or blockages.

Duration: Typically 30–45 minutes; no preparation needed.

Interpretation: Images are reviewed by a board-certified cardiologist in an IAC-accredited lab.

Who Should Get Screened

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Peripheral Arterial Disease often develops silently, so identifying those at risk is critical—even if you feel healthy. Screening is especially recommended for individuals with one or more of the following risk factors:

  • Age 50 or older or those with known vascular risk factors

  • Diabetes, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol, which can accelerate arterial narrowing

  • Current or former smokers, as tobacco significantly increases PAD risk

  • Family history of vascular disease, including heart attacks, strokes, or PAD

  • Symptoms affecting the legs, such as pain while walking, cramps, numbness, or slow-healing wounds

Early identification allows for timely interventions that can prevent serious cardiovascular events and improve long-term circulation health.

Our Expertise & Hospital-Grade Standards

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All studies are performed by ARDMS-certified sonographers and reviewed by a board-certified cardiologist with over 20 years of experience in IAC-accredited labs. We adhere to the highest standards set by IAC, SVU, SDMS, ARDMS, and CCI—delivering results that are accurate, actionable, and trusted by both patients and physicians.

Next Steps

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Results are delivered quickly and clearly, giving you actionable insights into your cardiovascular health. If any abnormalities are detected, a detailed report is provided directly to your physician, enabling timely interventions.

Early detection not only improves outcomes but also reduces the risk of serious complications and provides reassurance for your peace of mind.