Why is Vertebral Doppler done ?
The carotid and vertebral arteries, which supply blood flow to the brain, are located on either side of the neck. A carotid/vertebral test uses high frequency ultrasound to visualize blood vessel walls and examine blood flow within the carotid, vertebral and subclavian arteries.
Why is Vertebral Doppler ?
The vertebral arteries, which supply blood flow to the brain, are located on either side of the neck. ... A carotid/vertebral duplex test uses high frequency ultrasound to visualize blood vessel walls and examine bloodflow within the carotid, vertebral and subclavian arteries.