Abdominal Ultrasound

A painless ultrasound of the abdominal organs, with no radiation and no needles.

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Metabolic, Hormonal & Nutrition

Quiet Gallstones

2 to 4%

of people with gallstones develop symptoms in a year, most never do

https://www.safetyandquality.gov.au/sites/default/files/migrated/4.4-Laparoscopic-cholecystectomy-1.pdf

Kidney Signs

1 in 7

Australian adults have signs associated with chronic kidney disease

https://kidney.org.au/your-kidneys/what-is-kidney-disease/symptoms-of-kidney-disease/

Fatty Liver

1 in 3

Australian adults are affected by fatty liver, usually without symptoms

https://australianprescriber.tg.org.au/articles/metabolic-dysfunction-associated-fatty-liver-disease-an-update.html

Quiet Gallstones

2 to 4%

of people with gallstones develop symptoms in a year, most never do

https://www.safetyandquality.gov.au/sites/default/files/migrated/4.4-Laparoscopic-cholecystectomy-1.pdf

Fatty Liver

1 in 3

Australian adults are affected by fatty liver, usually without symptoms

https://australianprescriber.tg.org.au/articles/metabolic-dysfunction-associated-fatty-liver-disease-an-update.html

Kidney Signs

1 in 7

Australian adults have signs associated with chronic kidney disease

https://kidney.org.au/your-kidneys/what-is-kidney-disease/symptoms-of-kidney-disease/

Quiet Gallstones

2 to 4%

of people with gallstones develop symptoms in a year, most never do

https://www.safetyandquality.gov.au/sites/default/files/migrated/4.4-Laparoscopic-cholecystectomy-1.pdf

Kidney Signs

1 in 7

Australian adults have signs associated with chronic kidney disease

https://kidney.org.au/your-kidneys/what-is-kidney-disease/symptoms-of-kidney-disease/

Fatty Liver

1 in 3

Australian adults are affected by fatty liver, usually without symptoms

https://australianprescriber.tg.org.au/articles/metabolic-dysfunction-associated-fatty-liver-disease-an-update.html

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DIAGNOSTIC OVERVIEW

What Abdominal Ultrasound Is

Ultrasound uses sound waves to build images in real time. It is one of the most established imaging techniques in medicine, used routinely because it is safe, quick and requires nothing more than a probe and gel against the skin. Applied to the abdomen, it gives a clear structural view of several organs in one sitting.

Why it's worth it

Several organs in one sitting.

No radiation, needles or recovery.

Radiologist reviewed, clinician explained.

DIAGNOSTIC DETAILS

What it measures

The scan images the main organs of the upper abdomen, typically including the liver, gallbladder and bile ducts, kidneys, pancreas and spleen, along with the major blood vessels running through. It shows structure rather than function, and is read alongside your bloods and history.

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Liver And Gallbladder

The liver, gallbladder and bile ducts are imaged directly, adding a structural picture to whatever your liver bloods have already indicated.

Pancreas And Vessels

The pancreas and the major blood vessels running through the abdomen are covered too.

Kidneys And Spleen

Both kidneys and the spleen are assessed in the same appointment, giving a broader view of the abdomen than a single organ scan would.

Nothing Invasive

No radiation, no injection and no recovery. Just a probe and gel against the skin.

DIAGNOSTIC DETAILS

What it measures

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Liver And Gallbladder

The liver, gallbladder and bile ducts are imaged directly, adding a structural picture to whatever your liver bloods have already indicated.

Pancreas And Vessels

The pancreas and the major blood vessels running through the abdomen are covered too.

Kidneys And Spleen

Both kidneys and the spleen are assessed in the same appointment, giving a broader view of the abdomen than a single organ scan would.

Nothing Invasive

No radiation, no injection and no recovery. Just a probe and gel against the skin.

DIAGNOSTIC DETAILS

What it measures

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Liver And Gallbladder

The liver, gallbladder and bile ducts are imaged directly, adding a structural picture to whatever your liver bloods have already indicated.

Pancreas And Vessels

The pancreas and the major blood vessels running through the abdomen are covered too.

Kidneys And Spleen

Both kidneys and the spleen are assessed in the same appointment, giving a broader view of the abdomen than a single organ scan would.

Nothing Invasive

No radiation, no injection and no recovery. Just a probe and gel against the skin.

HOW IT WORKS

From booking to your results

Several organs, one quick appointment. Here is how an Abdominal Ultrasound goes from a conversation with your clinician to a report you understand.

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Your Results Are In!

Tap to review your results and see what's next.

Speak with your clinician

An Abdominal Ultrasound is clinician selected, so it starts with a conversation about whether your bloods, symptoms or history make it worthwhile.

Book and prepare

Choose a time that suits you at a partner imaging centre in Brisbane. You will usually be asked to fast beforehand, since this gives noticeably clearer images.

Have your scan

You lie on your back while a sonographer applies gel and moves a probe across your abdomen, sometimes asking you to hold your breath. It is painless and takes twenty to thirty minutes.

Specialist review

A radiologist reviews the images and prepares a report covering the liver, gallbladder, kidneys, pancreas, spleen and the major vessels.

Results and plan

Your report lands in the Precursor app in plain language, and a clinician explains what it shows alongside your bloods, including which findings are worth acting on.

HOW IT WORKS

From booking to your results

Several organs, one quick appointment. Here is how an Abdominal Ultrasound goes from a conversation with your clinician to a report you understand.

Book Now

Your Results Are In!

Tap to see what's next.

Speak with your clinician

An Abdominal Ultrasound is clinician selected, so it starts with a conversation about whether your bloods, symptoms or history make it worthwhile.

Book and prepare

Choose a time that suits you at a partner imaging centre in Brisbane. You will usually be asked to fast beforehand, since this gives noticeably clearer images.

Have your scan

You lie on your back while a sonographer applies gel and moves a probe across your abdomen, sometimes asking you to hold your breath. It is painless and takes twenty to thirty minutes.

Specialist review

A radiologist reviews the images and prepares a report covering the liver, gallbladder, kidneys, pancreas, spleen and the major vessels.

Results and plan

Your report lands in the Precursor app in plain language, and a clinician explains what it shows alongside your bloods, including which findings are worth acting on.

HOW IT WORKS

From booking to your results

Several organs, one quick appointment. Here is how an Abdominal Ultrasound goes from a conversation with your clinician to a report you understand.

Book Now

Your Results Are In!

Tap to review your results and see

what's next.

Speak with your clinician

An Abdominal Ultrasound is clinician selected, so it starts with a conversation about whether your bloods, symptoms or history make it worthwhile.

Book and prepare

Choose a time that suits you at a partner imaging centre in Brisbane. You will usually be asked to fast beforehand, since this gives noticeably clearer images.

Have your scan

You lie on your back while a sonographer applies gel and moves a probe across your abdomen, sometimes asking you to hold your breath. It is painless and takes twenty to thirty minutes.

Specialist review

A radiologist reviews the images and prepares a report covering the liver, gallbladder, kidneys, pancreas, spleen and the major vessels.

Results and plan

Your report lands in the Precursor app in plain language, and a clinician explains what it shows alongside your bloods, including which findings are worth acting on.

"Ultrasound is one of the most useful tools we have precisely because it is so easy on the patient. Nothing invasive, nothing to recover from, and a clear structural picture of several organs at once."

Goutham Sivasuthan. CEO and Co Founder of Precursor

Dr Goutham Sivasuthan (FRACS, MBBS, MSurg, BSc)

Precursor Co-Founder & CEO

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FAQs

Your Questions, Answered

How do I book a test?

Choose your test and a time that suits you online, then visit one of our partner locations. If any preparation is needed, such as fasting, we tell you clearly when you book.

When and how do I get my results?

Your results appear in the Precursor app once your sample or scan has been processed, laid out in plain language rather than a wall of numbers. Turnaround depends on the test, and we give you a timeframe when you book.

Will someone explain my results to me?

Yes. A clinician reviews your results, flags anything worth your attention and helps you understand what they mean and what, if anything, to do next. You are never left to interpret them alone.

Where can I get tested?

We operate through partner locations across South East Queensland, including Brisbane, the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast. You choose the most convenient one when you book.

Do I need to prepare or fast beforehand?

It depends on the test. Some require fasting or other simple preparation, and others need nothing at all. Whatever applies, we tell you clearly at the time you book so there are no surprises on the day.

Can I track my results over time?

Yes. The Precursor app is built to show change between tests, so each result becomes a trend you can follow rather than a one-off snapshot. Retesting lets you see the effect of any changes you make.

How is my data handled and kept private?

Your health data is handled with care and kept private. Results are stored securely in the Precursor app and shared only with you and the clinicians involved in your care.

What happens if something needs further attention?

If your results surface something worth acting on, your clinician explains it calmly and talks you through sensible next steps. The aim is early clarity and considered action, never unnecessary alarm.

What is a good BRI score?

There is no single answer, because it depends on your height and which guidance you are being measured against. This calculator converts the Australian waist thresholds into BRI at your own height, so your bands are specific to you. Most BRI tools use bands from an American mortality study, which produce noticeably different results for Australians.

Is BRI better than BMI?

It is better at one specific thing, which is detecting central fat, because it uses your waist. It is not better across the board. BMI is generally reliable when it flags someone, and research suggests the two measures agree in the large majority of cases. The useful comparison is not which one wins but whether they disagree about you.

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Curated diagnostics and a clinician-guided plan, built around getting ahead of what matters.

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A new way Australians
get ahead of their health.

Start looking. Today.

Curated diagnostics and a clinician-guided plan, built around getting ahead of what matters.

Get started with Precursor today

A new way Australians get ahead of their health.

Start looking. Today.

Curated diagnostics and a clinician-guided plan, built around getting ahead of what matters.

Get started with Precursor today