Cooper Radiology is pleased to announce a new offering: Transcranial Doppler (TCD) for children with sickle cell anemia. TCD is a machine that helps monitor the blood vessels in pediatric patients with sickle cell disease who are at a higher risk of stroke. It is an annual exam, unless an abnormal result is registered, then patients are scheduled more frequently. Cooper is the only hospital in South Jersey to offer this service.
Studies are performed at One Cooper Plaza in the radiology suites in the lower level of Kelemen Pavilion. Appointments are available Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. The exam takes approximately 45 minutes.
EPIC code: Ultrasound transcranial Doppler complete.
Appointments are scheduled by calling 856.342.2380.