Why does the image look too dark?

In daily veterinary scanning, a dark image does not always mean the system is the problem. Very often, image quality can be improved by checking a few basic factors first:

✔ Is the depth too deep?

✔ Is the frequency too high for the target?

✔ Is the gain set too low?

✔ Is there enough contact, gel, and a proper probe angle?

Small adjustments can make a big difference, especially in busy clinical settings where every scan needs to be efficient and reliable.

In this Quick Tip Series, we break down several common reasons behind a dark ultrasound image and share practical ways to improve image visibility during everyday veterinary scanning.

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