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How to Prepare for Following Ultrasound Exams:

 

Abdomen

Modified diet on the day of the exam containing 

  • NO MEAT

  • NO FAT 

  • NO DAIRY

Clear fluids only to be served with meals

Medication can be taken as required

 

Abdomen and Pelvis

Restricted diet (see above) with the addition of a full bladder

Please drink 1L of water prior to the technologist's arrival

Technologists will call ahead as to when to begin drinking water.

DO NOT Void until the technologist instructs to do so (at times this may be difficult, but important for an optimal study).

 

Pelvis

Please drink 1L of water one hour prior to the exam for PRE and POST void studies.

 

All Other Exams

No preparation is required

 

Please note, examinations requiring preparations may not all be completed prior to lunch. The directions provided will need to be followed for the duration of the scheduled appointment date. 

 

The scheduled sonographer will notify you of a time frame in which to expect service.