We understand that you might feel a bit apprehensive before coming in for your procedure at Capital Imaging and we want to put your fears to rest. Below you will find our guide to the do's and donts before your exam. At Capital Imaging, we strive to make your visit with us as most stress free as possible. Our knowledgeable staff is here to assist you and answer any questions you may have.
At Capital Imaging, It's Your Body-Your Health-Your Choice!
MAMMOGRAPHY
Do not use deodorants, dusting powders or perfumes on the day of your exam. Many patients find it more comfortable to refrain from caffeine products for 3 days prior to a mammogram.
CT SCANS
You may take medications prior to exam with a small amount of water
See below for specific exam preps:
- HEAD - no eating or drinking for 4 hrs prior to your scan
- SINUS - No restrictions
- DENTAL IMPLANT STUDIES - No restrictions
You will not have to undress for the above CT exams.
- NECK - no eating or drinking for 4 hrs prior to your scan
- CHEST -no eating or drinking for 4 hrs prior to your scan
- ABDOMEN - no eating or drinking for 4 hrs prior to your scan
- PELVIS - no eating or drinking for 4 hrs prior to your scan
- SPINE - no restrictions
- EXTREMITIES (arms/legs) - No restrictions
BONE DENSITOMETRY (DXA)
Must be done more than 5 days after other imaging exams using contrast - ie: CT scans, nuclear medicine tests, barium studies.
If you wear clothing with no buttons, snaps or zippers, you will not have to undress for your exam.
GENERAL RADIOGRAPHY
No restrictions prior to plain x-ray exams
UGI/SMALL BOWEL EXAMS - Nothing by mouth 12 hrs. prior to exam (essential medications may be taken with a small amount of water a minimum of 2 hours prior to exam)
If you wear clothing with no buttons, snaps or zippers, you will not have to undress for your exam.
MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING (MRI/MRA)
See below for specific exam preps:
• MRCP - no eating or drinking for 4 hrs. prior to your scan
• ABDOMEN MRI - no eating or drinking for 4 hrs prior to your scan
• ALL OTHER MRI/MRA EXAMS - No restrictions
If you wear clothing with no metal, you will not have to undress for your exam.
ULTRASONOGRAPHY (US)
You may take medications prior to your exam with a small amount of water.
See below for specific exam preps:
ABDOMEN, GALLBLADDER or LIVER
No eating or drinking for 6 hours prior to your exam
PELVIS or BLADDER
Arrive with a full urinary bladder (drink 4 – 12oz. glasses of fluid 1 hour prior
to your exam time – do not urinate)
CAROTID, EXTREMITIES (ARMS/LEGS), THYROID, PROSTATE, BREAST,
TESTICULAR, AORTA or Renal (KIDNEY)
No restrictions
We will be happy to discuss any specific questions or concerns you may have. CONTACT US (518) 785-7373 .
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