Don't Let an MRI Scare You!

At Capital Imaging, we understand that an MRI can seem a bit scary! That's why we offer the Capital Regions best, free standing Open MRI! Now there's no need to feel claustrophobic and nervous! At Capital Imaging, it's Your Body-Your Health-Your Choice and we thank you for choosing us!

What to Know Before Your Exam

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

If you wear clothing with no buttons, snaps or zippers, you will not have to undress for your exam

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.

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

If you wear clothing with no buttons, snaps or zippers, you will not have to undress for your exam

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)

You may take medications prior to exam with a small amount of water
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 .

What is a High Field Open MRI?

Q: What is a High Field Open MRI and is it better than other Opens?

A: All MRI machines use a strong magnetic field. Simply put... the stronger the magnetic field the better the pictures and the faster the exam time. Currently, all Open MRI machines use a magnetic field of 1 Tesla or less, most often much less. Capital Imaging Associates' ESPREE(TM) Open MRI uses a 1.5 Tesla magnetic field, it has a larger opening than any other Open MRI unit and is capable of imaging patients up to 550 lbs. Unique to the industry, this MRI unit also allows us to perform high quality Breast MRI in an open machine, a major Technological advancement in Magnetic Resonance Imaging.

We at Capital Imaging remind you that it's Your Body - Your Health - Your Choice!
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