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Probes
An ultrasound probe or transducer is like a wand that sends and receives the sound waves.
Caution: Ultrasound probes and transducers are highly sensitive and they require proper care and cleaning. Handle with care.
Ultrasound Probe Care
- Ultrasound probe covers are recommended to protect both the patient and the sonographer.
- Store ultrasound probes in their holders or other safe places.
- Do not drop. Impact may crack, break, or otherwise affect probe operation, resulting in injury to sensitive tissue.
- Do not subject transducer to any type of mechanical shock.
- Inspect probe's lens, cable, and housing before each exam.
- Do not use damaged probes. Injury to the operator or patient may occur. Cleaning and/ or gel solutions may leak into the transducer resulting in electrical shock. Discontinue use and notify the GE Service representative.
- Avoid sharply bending, twisting, kinking, or pinching the cable. Excessive bending or stress on cable may result in damage to its casing causing shock to the patient or operator.
Cleaning Ultrasound Probes
- Do not soak transducer longer than recommended by germicide manufacturer.
- Do not immerse transducer connector.
- Use only Smartsound approved gels and germicides and strictly follow the instructions when applying, cleaning & disinfecting transducers.
- Do not steam, heat autoclave, or use ethylene oxide (EO) gas processes on probes.
- Disconnect probe from ultrasound console and rinse probe with a warm nonabrasive soap & water solution.
- Meticulously scrub probe as needed with a soft brush, sponge, or gauze pad to remove all gel and bio-residues.
- Air dry or dry with soft cloth or gauze pad.
SmartSound® Latex Non-Sterile Probe Coondoms. These condoms are easy to use and much less expensive than sterile probe covers, when sterility is not required.
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