General Preparation

Loose, comfortable clothing is recommended. A gown may be given to wear during the study. 

Metal objects including jewelry, eyeglasses, dentures, and hairpins may affect the study and should be left at home whenever possible.

Your patient may be asked to remove hearing aids and any removable dental work.

If over 60 years of age, a blood test may be needed prior to a CT exam.

Your patient should inform you the technologist of all medications they are currently taking and any allergies they have, especially to contrast materials.

The patient shoul inform the technologist of any recent illnesses or other medical conditions, and if you have a history of heart disease, asthma, diabetes, or kidney disease.

Women who may possibly be pregnant should notify the technologist immediately.

Time for Study

15 minutes