Ultrasound Gel
Not all ultrasound gels are the same:
As an essentail part of performing an ultrasound exam it is important to use the right gel.
There are many different varieties available, (clear, blue, thick, thin, sterile) and they are not always suitable for your system.
For example; some gels contain alcohol which helps to maintain their shelf life, however alcohol will damage the probes over time. Also some of the dye in the coloured gels can stain the probe and system.