In medicine, KUB refers to a diagnostic medical imaging technique of the abdomen and stands for

Kidneys, Ureters, and Bladder, although the Ureters only show if they are abnormally distended. A KUB

ultrasound is an examination requested by your doctor to evaluate the urinary tract (which includes the

kidneys, ureters, and bladder). In male patient, the prostate gland is also scanned.

A KUB Ultrasound may be requested:

To look for changes in the bladder wall

To look for changes in the kidney size or structure

To look for stones in the urinary tract

To evaluate reasons why you have recurrent kidney infection

To identify the cause of renal or pelvic pain

What happens during my KUB ultrasound?

Written consent will be obtained from you when you arrive to make sure you are happy to proceed.

The urinary bladder can only be properly assessed when full or distended, as bladder volume

measurements are taken whilst the bladder is full to assess capacity and functionality.

The bladder and both kidneys are also scanned after the bladder has been emptied to evaluate the

volume of urine retained.

In a male patient the prostatic volume (essentially the size of the prostate) is measured.

During the ultrasound examination we will make a detailed study of the size, shape and condition of the:

Bladder, both full and immediately after emptying (you will be sent to a lavatory to empty your bladder)

Both right and left kidneys and their ureters

The prostate gland (Male patients)

An ultrasound probe covered by a small amount of gel is placed gently on your abdomen and will be

moved to different positions to provide images from different angles which are then recorded. The test is

carried out in semi-darkness so the lights will be dimmed once you are comfortable to proceed.

What preparation is required for a KUB Ultrasound scan?

A full bladder is required, and you will need to drink a pint of water in the hour before your scan. During

this period, please do not empty your bladder.

What will happen during the examination?

The KUB ultrasound examination is non-invasive and painless. You will be asked to lie on your back on the

examination couch and expose your lower abdomen. Our highly qualified and experienced Sonographer

will move a transducer lubricated with warm gel over your lower abdomen to obtain the necessary

images. You are welcome to ask questions during your examination. You may bring someone into the

examination room with you if you wish.Aftercare Instructions

You can go back to work, drive, eat normally, and resume your usual routine. No restrictions on activity,

diet, exercise, or bathing

Receiving my results

Results are sent to you via an encrypted email &/or to your referring doctor if you have consented to the

latter communication.

Contact Information

Number: +442080581556 | +447745795699

Email: [email protected]

If you have any questions or concerns about your upcoming ultrasound scan, please contact us.

We’re here to support you and ensure your scan experience is smooth and reassuring.

Thank you for choosing MedLabs!