Sonogram (Noun)
Meaning
An image of a structure that is produced by ultrasonography (reflections of high-frequency sound waves); used to observe fetal growth or to study bodily organs.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The obstetrician ordered a sonogram to confirm the pregnancy and check for any complications.
- A series of sonograms taken throughout the pregnancy allowed the expectant parents to see their baby's growth and development.
- The doctor used a sonogram to examine the patient's liver and detect any signs of damage or disease.
- The nurse prepared the patient for a sonogram to investigate the cause of her abdominal pain.
- A sonogram of the fetus revealed a heart defect that required immediate medical attention.