Doppler blood flow

What does "Doppler blood flow" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Doppler blood flow refers to a method used by doctors to measure the speed and direction of blood flow in the body. This is done using a special ultrasound device that bounces high-frequency sound waves off circulating red blood cells. The technique is named after the scientist Christian Doppler who discovered the way high-frequency sound waves behave. This method is often used to check the health of blood vessels and the flow of blood through them.

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