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CT scans are non-invasive and quick. You can usually wear your regular clothing, but may need to change into a hospital gown. (We’ll let you know.)
If you can, leave any jewelry or piercings at home. We’ll also have you remove any eyeglasses, hearing aids, dentures, or underwire bras before the scan since the metal in those items can affect the quality of the CT image.
Your doctor may have ordered a CT scan with “contrast” for you. Contrast material is a non-toxic dye. It blocks X-rays and appears white on images, which can help your doctor better see your condition. Contrast is usually given by mouth or IV. If you need it, we’ll let you know when we confirm your appointment.
Some people are allergic to contrast material. If you know you’re allergic to it or are allergic to things that contain iodine, like shellfish, please let us know in the patient intake form.
If your doctor has ordered an MRI test for you, you’ve probably talked with them about any surgeries or procedures you’ve had that might affect the test. Make sure you tell your provider at Tellica the same information so they can make sure your test is safe and successful.
An MRI test uses a powerful magnet to get clear images. Because of that, it’s important to remove metal items a magnet could affect, including jewelry, piercings, hearing aids, and eyeglasses. Your Tellica provider will help you make sure you’re good to go.
Because an MRI machine is a tube, people who don’t like enclosed spaces often get a prescription from their doctor to help them feel a little calmer during the test. The majority of people do just fine, though, and the actual test doesn’t take very long at all—about 30-45 minutes.
In some cases, your doctor may have ordered and MRI with “contrast.” Contrast material is a non-toxic dye that appears white on images, which can help your doctor better see your condition. For an MRI, contrast material is given by IV.
Some people are allergic to contrast material. If you know you’re allergic to it or are allergic to things that contain iodine, like shellfish, please let us know in the patient intake form.
To provide the best quality care for you, a doctor’s order is required for any imaging we perform. Please work with your provider to obtain an order and give us a call when you are ready to schedule at 801-442-6000.
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