Saturday, July 5, 2008

Instructions

Instructions for Patients before CT Coronary Angiography
Fasting (No Solid intake) for 4 hours before the scan.
Water/liquid can be taken till 1 hour before the scan.
Do not consume aerated drinks (Pepsi, Coke etc.), Smoke, or take any stimulant medications (cough syrup, excessive coffee) for 24 hours prior to examination
Drugs like Viagra, any exercise effecting cardiovascular system to be avoided 2 days prior to the scan.
Continue taking your regular medication prescribed by your doctor.
Please bring all your previous health records, (if any).
If you are diabetic, pregnant, asthmatic, allergic to any medication or have any kidney problem please inform us at the time of appointment.

No comments: