• What do I need to know before getting a CT scan?

I am scheduled to get a CT scan on Friday. Is there anything I need to do to prepare for this?

6 Answers

  • Radiologist
  • New Hyde Park, NY

Not really.

  • Radiologist
  • Pasadena, CA

You should contact the facility where it is to be done. Sometimes you may be asked to drink contrast before the ct scan.

  • Radiologist
  • Asheville, North Carolina

There is nothing you need to do unless you are having a CT colonoscopy. However, you would have already been given instructions for cleanout and prep for that.

  • Radiologist
  • Winter Park, Florida

Don't eat for 2 hours prior to CT scan.

  • Radiologist
  • Guwahati, Assam

If it’s an abdominal scan bowel preparation is required. Scans done mostly in fasting state. You need to tell the Radiologist/Technician if you are allergic to any drug/foodstuff etc as the IV contrast given during the course of a CT examination can cause anaphylactic reaction

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