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Your physician has referred you to Radiology Imaging Associates, for diagnostic medical imaging examination(s).
This page provides instructions to assist you in preparing for your examination(s). Your referring physician�s office should have indicated the particular exam for which you are scheduled. Please follow the preparation instructions closely to ensure the best results. Improper preparation may result in an incomplete diagnostic exam and the need to reschedule the appointment.
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- Upper G.I. Series
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An Upper G.I. Series is a fluoroscopic examination that uses a special substance, barium sulfate contrast media, to highlight the esophagus, stomach and duodenum. This exam lasts approximately 45 minutes.
On the day before the examination:
- Do not eat anything after 10:00 p.m. You may have liquids until midnight and then nothing until after the examination.
On the day of the examination:
- Do not eat or drink anything, chew gum or smoke until your examination has been completed.
- However, if your appointment is scheduled after 12:00 noon, you may drink up to one cup of clear liquid, coffee, or tea in the morning, but not later than 8:00 a.m.
- Generally you are not allowed anything by mouth until your exam is completed. Consult your physician or our office before taking any medication. Feel free to bring any medication with you to take immediately after the exam.
- After the exam, to prevent constipation, we recommend that you drink large quantities of fluids and take a mild laxative (Milk of Magnesia, castor oil, or Dulcolax), unless contraindicated by your doctor.
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