Bone Mineral Density Preparation Instructions

Bone Mineral Density Preparations

PLEASE REVIEW
Patients MUST arrive 20 minutes before their appointment time. Patients arriving late may be rescheduled.
Please be aware that this is a “Fragrance Free” facility.
To cancel or reschedule this appointment please call 519-537-2381.

PREPARATION
– Do not take a calcium supplement or osteoporosis treatment the day of the appointment until after your exam
– Continue other medications as usual
– No restrictions on food or drink
– Wear loose fitting clothing with no buttons or zippers and remove any abdominal jewellery (no underwire bras)
– Bring a written list of current medications

CONTRAINDICATIONS
– Suspected pregnancy
– Within 5 days of scheduled appointment, administration of radiopaque contrast (UGI, Barium Enema, CT with barium)
– Within 3 days of scheduled appointment, administration of nuclear medicine radioactive isotope
– Weight restriction of 350 pounds on BMD unit.

DIRECTIONS
Park in the front (north) parking lot, located off Juliana Drive and enter the hospital through the Main Entrance.
Monday to Friday, 7:00am to 5:00pm – Check in at Diagnostic Imaging/Cardio Respiratory Reception on Main floor
After registering, proceed to Waiting Area #1, room M884

Please do not bring small children to your appointment unless accompanied by another adult.
Thank you in advance for your cooperation.