12-4 Probes and Biopsy
12.1.2 Orientation of the Ultrasound Image and the
Transducer Head
The orientation of the ultrasound image and the transducer are shown below. The !MARK"
side of the ultrasound image on the monitor corresponds to the mark side of the transducer.
Check the orientation before the examination (take linear probe as an example).
12.1.3 Operating Procedures
This section describes general procedures for operating the transducer. The proper clinical
technique to be used for operating the transducer should be selected on the basis of
specialized training and clinical experience.
Mark
Orientation mark