Exam Preparation

CT

For all CT examinations:

Previous related examinations (other CT, Ultrasound, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, X-Ray, or PET Scan) are an important part of an accurate performance of CT Scans and their interpretation by our radiologists. Please let Manatee Diagnostic Center staff know when and where any previous exams were done so we can obtain reports/films prior to your examination.

CT Abdomen and/or CT Pelvis (with IV Contrast)
  • We will need recent blood creatinine results.
  • If you have had previous allergic reactions to IV iodinated contrast material or previous serious reaction to food or medicine, please inform Manatee Diagnostic Center staff prior to your appointment.
  • The day before your CT appointment, please pick up barium and you will receive directions from Manatee Diagnostic Center staff.
  • Do not eat or drink for two hours prior to CT examination.
CT Abdomen and/or CT Pelvis (without IV Contrast)
  • The day before your CT appointment, please pick up barium and you will receive directions from Manatee Diagnostic Center staff.
  • Do not eat or drink for two hours prior to CT examination.
CT of any other area (with IV Contrast)
  • We will need recent blood creatinine results.
  • If you have had previous allergic reactions to IV iodinated contrast material or previous serious reaction to food or medicine, please inform Manatee Diagnostic Center staff prior to your appointment.
  • Do not eat or drink for two hours prior to CT examination.
CT of any other area (without IV Contrast)
  • It is not necessary to fast prior to these CT exams.
CT Angiograms
  • We will need recent blood creatinine results.
  • If you have had previous allergic reactions to IV iodinated contrast material or previous serious reaction to food or medicine, please inform Manatee Diagnostic Center staff prior to your appointment.
  • Do not eat or drink for two hours prior to CT examination.
CT Urogram
  • We will need recent blood creatinine results.
  • If you have had previous allergic reactions to IV iodinated contrast material or previous serious reaction to food or medicine, please inform Manatee Diagnostic Center staff prior to your appointment.
  • Drink 32 oz of water 1.5 hours prior to exam. You may urinate when necessary.
  • Do not eat or drink for two hours prior to CT examination.
Manatee Diagnostic Center 300 Riverside Dr E Ste 4300
Bradenton, FL 34208
Tel: (941) 747-3034
Fax: (941) 748-4897
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