ADI 321 - Abdominal Sonography I

Credit(s) 5.00
Lecture Hours: 5.00
This course introduces students to basic sonographic terminology, imaging planes and techniques as well as sonographer safety issues. Normal anatomy and physiology of the upper abdominal organs, anatomical variations and pathologies will be studied with respect to their sonographic appearances. Emphasis is also placed on the acquisition of pertinent clinical history and physical findings and the evaluation of laboratory and related imaging reports.

Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of C in PHY 185 and PHY 186, or RAD 420 or RAD 800, or PHY 162 and PHY 172. A minimum grade of C in BIO 157, BIO 168, and BIO 173. A minimum grade of C in ENG 105 or SPC 112. A minimum grade of C in HSC 113 and PHI 105.