ultrasound exam instructions

Abdomen: Nothing to eat or drink 6 hours prior to the exam.

Pelvic or Obstetrical: Drink 4 eight-ounce glasses of water one hour prior to the exam. Do not urinate. You must have a full bladder for the exam.

Gallbladder: Nothing to eat or drink six hours prior to the exam.

Bladder: Drink 2 to 3 eight-ounce glasses of water one hour prior to the exam.

Day of the Exam
The technologist will explain the exam procedure to you. The test can take anywhere from 30 minutes to one hour.

 
 
 
 

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