The following procedures do not require a preparation prior to the procedure if they are to be performed without contrast enhancement.

Circle of Willis

Carotid

Thoracic Aorta

Abdominal Aorta

Renal

Peripheral Extremity

*Pediatric Patients: Upon scheduling we will give preparation instructions.

IF ANY OF THE ABOVE CTA PROCEDURES ARE ORDERED BY YOUR PHYSICIAN WITH CONTRAST ENHANCEMENT, PLEASE FOLLOW THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTION.

Dietary Instruction 

A light breakfast may be eaten the morning of the exam; preferably clear liquids such as broth, clear juice or water. Do not eat a heavy meal four (4) hours prior to the time of your exam. You may drink clear liquids up until the time of your exam.

Diabetic Patients: 

Please inform us if you are diabetic at the time of scheduling.

If you are on any metformin product, such as but not limited to Glucovance, Glucophage, Metaglip Metformin/Glipizide or Avandamet, please inform your physician and your radiology scheduler. If you will be receiving an injection of contrast material, you must not take any metformin product the day of the procedure and withhold for forty-eight (48) hours after the procedure. The metformin product should not be resumed again until after renal function has been reevaluated and found to be normal by the referring physician. This applies to all ages. Please confirm with your physician before discontinuing any medications.