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Imaging Outpatient Preparations

MRI Scans: Please advise us if you have had cochlear implants, heart valve implants, metallic fragments (including shrapnel) or implants, neurostimulators, or pacemakers, or if you are pregnant, or weigh over 300 lbs.

CT Scan with Contrast: NO FOOD or DRINK (water and medicine is allowed) for 3 hours prior to examination.

Abdominal Ultrasound: Nothing to eat or drink for 8 hours prior to the exam.

Pelvic Ultrasound: Empty your bladder 1 & 1/2 hours prior to your exam. Begin drinking (4) four 8-ounce glasses of water (32 oz.). Be finished drinking 1 hour before the exam. Do not urinate during that time.

G.I. Series and/or Small Bowel: Nothing to eat or drink after midnight.

Barium Enema: Follow directions for the 48-hour preparation in the FLEET Barium Enema Kit #2. This kit is prescribed to you by your physician.

IVP: Follow directions for the 48-hour preparation in the FLEET Barium Enema Kit #2. This kit is prescribed to you by your physician.

Mammography: Do not use deodorant, powder or lotion on the breasts or underarms. For your comfort, a two-piece outfit is recommended. Bring previous mammogram films with you for a comparative study.

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