Ultrasound Preparation Instructions – Obstetrical MSS 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.
If this appointment is no longer needed, notify Central Bookings for cancellation.
Phone: 519-537-2381
Fax: 519-421-4238

PREPARATION
– Drink 1 Litre of fluids (no carbonated drinks) and be FINISHED 1 hour BEFORE appointment time (e.g. If exam at 10:00 – finish drinking by 09:00)
– DO NOT empty bladder unless extremely uncomfortable, and then only enough to relieve the discomfort (usually about 250-300mL)
– No restrictions on food
– Continue your medications as usual

The staff and radiologists of Diagnostic Imaging recognize that this is a special time for you and your family.
The ultrasound is a medical exam:
1) The Sonographer must complete the ultrasound before anyone is brought into the room.
2) We ask that you refrain from asking the Sonographer for any ultrasound results during the scan (including sex determination).
3) Your referring physician can provide you with the results at your follow-up appointment and answer any questions at that time.

DIABETIC DEVICES:
Glucose sensors and insulin pumps can be damaged by X-rays, radiation and magnetic fields. Glucose sensors and insulin pumps must be removed immediately prior to your test. Insulin pumps may be restarted following the test. Glucose sensors cannot be reinserted – you must use a new sensor following the test. For any questions regarding your device, please contact the manufacturer of your device.

CONSENT AND INJECTION
– An injection is required, so patient MUST be capable of giving informed consent (If incapable, the substitute decision maker must accompany the patient)
– Bring a written list of current medications and allergies