Abbott Northwestern Hospital and Outpatient Center Protocol
Your CT appointment is scheduled on ________________________________ at _______________________.
Please arrive œ hour before scheduled appointment time to register in out-patient registration.
For this exam you will be required to drink 2 bottles of a pre-mixed barium based oral contrast prep called READI-CAT. It is needed to aid in demonstrating your gastrointestinal tract.
- The first 8 oz. glass (1/2 bottle) should be taken 2 hours before your scheduled exam time. __________________
- The second 8 oz. glass (1/2 bottle) should be taken 1 hour before your scheduled exam time. __________________
- The third 8 oz. glass (1/2 bottle) should be taken œ hour before your scheduled exam time. ___________________
- Bring the remaining œ bottle with you to your appointment. You will need to drink this directly before your scan.
Please do not eat or drink for three (3) hours before exam, except for oral contrast prep, as you may be given IV contrast in addition to the oral for your study. Note: if you are on any type of medication, please take as usual with a small amount of water or food.
Any questions please call CT Radiology at 612-863-4810.
Main Phone: 952.920.7660
Billing/Business Office: 952.920.2046
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