What should I do to prepare for my sonography test?
Certain sonography tests require fasting. If you are having an abdominal or abdominal aorta ultrasound performed, you should make sure not to eat 12 hours prior to the study. If you are having a pelvis or prostate ultrasound performed, you should drink three, 12 ounce glasses of water 1 and 1/2 hours prior to the exam. Patients are asked to hold their urine until after the examination is complete. Preparing for a nuclear medicine test What does the nuclear stress test involve? The nuclear imaging stress test involves an injection of a small amount of radioactive material, which circulates in the bloodstream and shows if your heart muscle is receiving adequate blood supply under stress and/or rest conditions. How safe is the test? Nuclear Stress Tests may have some risks, and you should consult with your physician regarding the risks and benefits of this procedure. Med Health Services has a certified physician providing personal supervision at all times we perform this procedure. The ra
