Programs and Services
S. Mark Taper Foundation Imaging Center
For Patients
Preparing for Your Exam
CT Colonography Prep
CT Preparation
Cardiac Preparations
Coronary Calcium Scan Preparation
Interventional Radiology Preparation
MR Preparation
Mammogram Preparation
Nuclear Cardiology Preparation
Nuclear Medicine Preparation
PET Scan Preparation
Preparation for Pediatric Patients
Ultrasound Preparation
X-Ray and Fluoroscope Preparation
General Preparation for a Cornonary Calcium Scan
(exam time: 30 min)
Do not eat or drink 12 hours prior to exam (for cholesterol test), with the exception of non-caloric liquids such as black coffee, diet soft drinks, plain water and tea.
