Test or procedure
US medical abbreviation
US means "ultrasound".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (2 in all for US), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What US means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| ultrasound | None | Charting, Orders |
Example
Sample order: "abdominal US."
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Questions
What does US mean in medical terms?
US means "ultrasound".
Where is US used?
US shows up in charting and orders. Its category here is test or procedure.
Is US on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. US is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.