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CT Preparation
Your physician or a physician’s staff member will provide you with
specific instructions about preparing for your test, depending
upon the particular test or tests that are ordered. You will be
asked to refrain from eating or drinking for three hours prior to
your examination.
When you arrive
for your test, you may be required to remove jewelry, hairpins,
eyeglasses or dentures. You will not need to be disrobed during
the examination. However, depending upon the clothing you are
wearing and the scan we are performing, you may be provided
surgical scrubs to wear during your examination.
During
the CT Exam
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The equipment may look
intimidating, but there is nothing to worry about. The x-ray
tube is open at either end.
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The
technologist will position you comfortably. The region to be
scanned remains in the centre of the tube.
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The
technologist can hear you through an intercom and see you at
all times. A relative or friend may accompany you in the
scanning room, if desired.
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During
the scanning you will hear loud sounds. Earplugs are available
on request.
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You should breathe normally and keep still during the scan.
The test could take from fifteen to sixty minutes.
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