Patient's question:
I recently had a black and white ultrasound, but it was performed on a machine that was actually designed for color ultrasound. Could you please explain what the black and white colors represent in an ultrasound?Doctor's answer:
The clarity of color ultrasound is higher than that of black and white ultrasound. Additionally, color ultrasound has blood flow imaging. The umbilical cord around the neck can also be seen in black and white ultrasound, but it is more challenging and tests the technical skills of the ultrasound physician. Color ultrasound is essentially a color B, similar to a color photograph, composed of multiple colors. It is more beneficial for doctors to diagnose conditions. Black and white B is a basic type of B, only consisting of black and white. Of course, the price is also more affordable.