Ultrasound represents a low-cost and efficacious imaging technology that continues to help radiologists and others collect significant clinical data about patients. Ultrasound is appropriately suited to many patients. No other imaging modality gives patients a real-time viewing at their anatomy or inspires discussions with physicians about their symptoms and the evidence of disease on the monitor. Ultrasound is radiation-free, patient-friendly and less-expensive.

It is pretty exciting when couples finally find out that they are having a baby. One of the questions that come up is "Will the baby look like mommy or daddy?"

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Medical sonographers use ultrasound for capturing images that are used in diagnosis. Courses and degree programs which lead to this career include anatomy, science, math, medical terminology, and various anatomical specializations. Students learn to care for patients, operate the equipment, determine which images are satisfactory for diagnosis purposes, and provide patient histories and summaries. Numerous schools in Ohio offer programs in sonography or ultrasound technology, allowing students to earn certificates, diplomas and associate degrees.