OUTPATIENT
BONE DENSITOMETRY PREP
When
you need a Bone Densitometry performed follow the directions below
- Your physician's office will call the Imaging Services Department
to schedule the exam(s).
- Your
physician or nurse will instruct you on any additional preparations
necessary for this test.
- Your
physician will give you a signed order for this test. You must bring the physician's order sheet with you. You will need it
to register as an outpatient at the hospital. Without this order
sheet the test cannot be completed and you will be required
to reschedule your exam.
- Wear a comfortable two-piece outfit and/or you may be asked to put on a gown.
- No METAL: Do not wear any metal buttons, buckles,zippers or jewelry as they materials may interfere with your test results.
- It is very important that you lie still during this exam so the x-ray images are clear. Our staff will do everything possible to assist you to feel comfortable during this scan. Please let us know if you have any physician limitations which may inhibit lying still for at least 15 minutes.
- The
actual procedure time varies greatly. Please be prepared to
spend at least an hour at the hospital.
Appointment
Changes and Test Results
- If
you must cancel or reschedule your appointment call the Imaging
Services Department, receptionist at 587-1231. Please call at
least 24 hours in advance.
- After
the film is developed and read by our Radiologist, a copy of
the results are sent or called to your physician. Only your
physician can give you the results of your MRI.
- The Radiologist bills separately for his services. You will
receive two bills for the procedure - one from the hospital
and one from the radiologist for reading the films.
Childcare
If
you have young children, make arrangements for a baby-sitter
or childcare before your exam date. Children are not allowed
in the examination room and may not be left in the hospital
lobby unattended.
Last Modified:
March 22, 2009 8:57 PM
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