DI Preparation Instructions

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.

PLEASE REVIEW
If this appointment is no longer needed, notify Central Bookings for cancellation.
Phone: 519-537-2381
Fax: 519-421-4238
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.

PREPARATION
– No solid foods 4 hours before and up to appointment time
– No restriction of clear fluids up to time of arrival. Clear fluids include: water, juices without pulp, Gatorade or Kool Aid or Jell-O (of any colour), decaffeinated tea & coffee (no milk or cream), clear strained broth
– Continue your medications as usual
– All body piercings should be removed before arriving and wear comfortable clothing with no metal

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.
– INSULIN DEPENDENT DIABETIC ONLY – Take your normal dose of insulin with a small breakfast (cereal, toast, juice) the day of your appointment

CONSENT AND IV CONTRAST
– IV contrast is required, so patient must be capable of giving informed consent (If incapable, the substitute decision maker must accompany the patient)
– Please bring reading glasses, if necessary, to complete medical history questionnaire
– Bring a written list of current medications and allergies

POST-EXAM CARE
– Drink extra fluids, if able, each day for two days unless otherwise instructed by your doctor
– Resume normal diet and activity

PLEASE REVIEW
If this appointment is no longer needed, notify Central Bookings for cancellation.
Phone: 519-537-2381
Fax: 519-421-4238
To cancel or reschedule this appointment please call 519-631-2030 Ext 2004.
Please be aware that this is a “Fragrance Free” facility.

PREPARATION
– Recent INR & PTT required prior to procedure. If results of INR & PTT are greater than high end of normal, ordering physician should discuss results with radiologist to confirm if procedure can be done
– No blood thinners (such as Aspirin, Heparin, Plavix or Coumadin) for 10 days prior to procedure (If there is a concern regarding this, ordering physician must discuss other options with radiologist)
– If there are modifications to the prep after discussion with the radiologist, please notify CT Department
– Continue other medications as usual

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.

PLEASE REVIEW
If this appointment is no longer needed, notify Central Bookings for cancellation.
Phone: 519-537-2381
Fax: 519-421-4238
To cancel or reschedule this appointment please call 519-631-2030 Ext 2004.
Please be aware that this is a “Fragrance Free” facility.

PREPARATION
– Recent INR & PTT required prior to procedure. If results of INR & PTT are greater than high end of normal, ordering physician should discuss results with radiologist to confirm if procedure can be done
– No blood thinners (such as Aspirin, Heparin, Plavix or Coumadin) for 10 days prior to procedure (If there is a concern regarding this, ordering physician must discuss other options with radiologist)
– If there are modifications to the prep after discussion with the radiologist, please notify CT Department
– Continue other medications as usual

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.

POST-EXAM CARE
– Normal activities may be resumed after biopsy although no heavy lifting on day of procedure is recommended
– Resume blood thinners at the discretion of ordering physician

PLEASE REVIEW
If this appointment is no longer needed, notify Central Bookings for cancellation.
Phone: 519-537-2381
Fax: 519-421-4238
Patients MUST arrive 1 hour and 20 minutes BEFORE their appointment time to complete their oral prep. Patients arriving late may be rescheduled.
Please be aware that this is a “Fragrance Free” facility.

PREPARATION
– No solid foods 4 hours before and up to appointment time.
– No restriction of clear fluids up to time of arrival. Clear fluids include: water, juices without pulp, Gatorade or Kool Aid or Jell-O (of any colour), decaffeinated tea & coffee (no milk or cream), clear strained broth.
– Continue your medications as usual.
– All body piercings should be removed before arriving. Wear comfortable clothing with no metal
– You will be given a solution to drink to highlight the bowel. YOU ARE REQUIRED TO DRINK ALL OF THE ORAL CONTRAST PROVIDED TO YOU. Do not eat or drink anything else once you start drinking the oral contrast. You may continue to use the washroom facilities as needed.

INSULIN DEPENDENT DIABETIC ONLY
– Take your normal dose of insulin with a small breakfast (cereal, toast, juice) the day of your appointment.

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 IV CONTRAST
– If IV contrast is required, patient must be capable of giving informed consent (If incapable, the substitute decision maker must accompany the patient)
– Please bring reading glasses, if necessary, to complete medical history questionnaire
– Bring a written list of all current medications and allergies

POST-EXAM CARE
– If IV contrast used, drink extra fluids, if able, each day for two days unless otherwise instructed by your doctor

PLEASE REVIEW
If this appointment is no longer needed, notify Central Bookings for cancellation.
Phone: 519-537-2381
Fax: 519-421-4238
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.

PREPARATION
– No solid foods 4 hours before and up to appointment time
– No restriction of clear fluids up to time of arrival. Clear fluids include: water, juices without pulp, Gatorade or Kool Aid or Jell-O (of any colour), decaffeinated tea & coffee (no milk or cream), clear strained broth
– Continue your medications as usual
– All body piercings should be removed before arriving. Wear comfortable clothing with no metal
– INSULIN DEPENDENT DIABETIC ONLY – Take your normal dose of insulin with a small breakfast (cereal, toast, juice) the day of your appointment

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 IV CONTRAST
– If IV contrast is required, patient must be capable of giving informed consent (If incapable, the substitute decision maker must accompany the patient)
– Please bring reading glasses, if necessary, to complete medical history questionnaire
– Bring a written list of current medications and allergies

POST-EXAM CARE
– If IV contrast used, drink extra fluids, if able, each day for two days unless otherwise instructed by your doctor
– Resume normal diet and activity

PLEASE REVIEW
If this appointment is no longer needed, notify Central Bookings for cancellation.
Phone: 519-537-2381
Fax: 519-421-4238
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.

PREPARATION
– PATIENT MUST BE CATHETERIZED PRIOR TO ARRIVAL IN DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING DEPARTMENT
– No restrictions on food or drinks
– Continue your medications as usual
– All body piercings and jewelry should be removed from area of interest before arriving
– Wear comfortable clothing with no metal

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.

PLEASE REVIEW
If this appointment is no longer needed, notify Central Bookings for cancellation.
Phone: 519-537-2381
Fax: 519-421-4238
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.

PREPARATION
– No restrictions on food or drinks
– Continue your medications as usual
– All body piercings and jewelry should be removed from area of interest before arriving
– Wear comfortable clothing with no metal

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.

PLEASE REVIEW
If this appointment is no longer needed, notify Central Bookings for cancellation.
Phone: 519-537-2381
Fax: 519-421-4238
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.

PREPARATION
– No solid foods 4 hours before and up to appointment time
– No restriction of clear fluids up to time of arrival. Clear fluids include: water, juices without pulp, Gatorade or Kool Aid or Jell-O (of any colour), decaffeinated tea & coffee (no milk or cream), clear strained broth
– Continue your medications as usual
– Wear comfortable clothing with no metal and remove all body piercings before arriving
– INSULIN DEPENDENT DIABETIC ONLY – Take your normal dose of insulin with a small breakfast (cereal, toast, juice) the day of your appointment

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 IV CONTRAST
– If IV contrast is required, patient must be capable of giving informed consent (If incapable, the substitute decision maker must accompany the patient)
– Please bring reading glasses, if necessary, to complete medical history questionnaire
– Bring a written list of all current medications and allergies

POST-EXAM CARE
-If IV contrast used, drink extra fluids, if able, each day for two days unless otherwise instructed by your doctor
– Resume normal diet and activity

PLEASE REVIEW
If this appointment is no longer needed, notify Central Bookings for cancellation.
Phone: 519-537-2381
Fax: 519-421-4238
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.

PREPARATION
– No restrictions on food or drinks
– Continue your medications as usual
– All body piercings and jewelry should be removed from area of interest before arriving
– Wear comfortable clothing with no metal

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.

PLEASE REVIEW
Arrive 30 minutes early. Late arrivals may be rescheduled. To cancel or reschedule, call 519-537-2381.
– Procedure-related medication charges will be billed to the patient.
– Payment is due the same day at the cashier.
– The facility is fragrance-free.
– Ensure you have a translator if needed.

PREPARATION
– Fast for 2 hours before your appointment.
– Diabetic patients will have blood sugar checked and may be rescheduled if elevated. Consult your primary care provider about diabetes management.
– If you have an active infection or took antibiotics in the last 7 days, your appointment may be rescheduled. Notify the hospital 48 hours in advance if applicable.
– Ensure you have a driver; otherwise, your appointment may be rescheduled.
– Bring a list of all CURRENT medications.
– At the time of your appointment please inform the nurse of any drug allergies, X-ray dye allergies, or history of fainting with injections.

BLOOD THINNERS AND MEDICATION:
– Lumbar Spine Facets: Continue blood thinners, including Aspirin.
– Cervical/Thoracic Facets: Blood thinners may need to be paused. Consult your primary care provider for guidance. Aspirin may be paused 6 days prior, Clopidogrel 7 days, Apixaban 3 days. Do not stop blood thinners without physician approval. Patients may continue other medications.

POST PROCEDURE:
– Arrange for a driver post injection and avoid driving for 24 hours.
– Wait 8 hours post injection to breastfeed.

PLEASE REVIEW
Arrive 30 minutes early. Late arrivals may be rescheduled. To cancel or reschedule, call 519-537-2381.
– Procedure-related medication charges will be billed to the patient.
– Payment is due the same day at the cashier.
– The facility is fragrance-free.
– Ensure you have a translator if needed.

PREPARATION
– Fast for 2 hours before your appointment.
– Diabetic patients will have blood sugar checked and may be rescheduled if elevated. Consult your primary care provider about diabetes management.
– If you have an active infection or took antibiotics in the last 7 days, your appointment may be rescheduled. Notify the hospital 48 hours in advance if applicable.
– Ensure you have a driver; otherwise, your appointment may be rescheduled.
– Bring a list of all CURRENT medications.
– At the time of your appointment please inform the nurse of any drug allergies, X-ray dye allergies, or history of fainting with injections.

BLOOD THINNERS AND MEDICATION:
– Discuss with your referring physician if it’s safe to stop any blood thinners. Aspirin can generally be stopped 6 days before, Clopidogrel 7 days, Apixaban 3 days before the appointment. Do not stop blood thinners without physician approval. Patients may continue taking other medications.

POST PROCEDURE:
– Arrange for a driver post injection and avoid driving for 24 hours.
– Wait 8 hours post injection to breastfeed.

PLEASE REVIEW
Patients MUST arrive 20 minutes before their appointment time. Patient 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.

BLOODWORK
Patients with kidney issues, take medication for diabetes, or on medications predisposing to nephrotoxicity must have creatinine levels tested prior to exam. Results must be within 3 months of their appointment.

PROCEDURE
Involves contrast injection in the patient’s arm.
Consent for the injection will be completed in the Breast Department at the time of patient’s appointment.
Patient must be able to sit upright without support for this procedure.

DIABETIC PATIENTS
It is recommended to remove any sensor, transmitter, receiver or insulin pump, from their body, prior to any medical imaging.
Sensors (Libre/Dexcom/Veo) should be removed from body prior to imaging test and then replaced with a new sensor, after the test is completed.

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. Do not wear or use scented products prior to your hospital visit.
To cancel or reschedule this appointment please call 519-537-2381.

PREPARATION
– If you have tender breasts, you may take two Tylenol tablets about 1 hour prior to your exam (at the discretion of your physician)
– Continue your routine medications as usual.
– Do not use deodorant, talcum powder, ointment or creams on your breasts and underarms
– If you wear a dermal patch (Nitro, pain med. or hormone), do not place on the chest region
– Wear a two piece outfit (such as a blouse and slacks) as you will be required to remove everything from your waist up off and put on a hospital top
– If you have long hair, please secure it back prior to your exam

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. Do not wear or use scented products prior to your hospital visit.
To cancel or reschedule this appointment please call 519-537-2381.

PREPARATION
– No restrictions on food or drink
– If there are modifications to the prep after discussion with the radiologist, please notify Mammography Department

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. Do not wear or use scented products prior to your hospital visit.
To cancel or reschedule this appointment please call 519-537-2381.

PREPARATION
– Exam should be booked within the first 2 weeks following your menstrual period if possible
– DO NOT express ANY fluids/excretions from your breast the day of your appointment until after your exam
– If you have tender breasts, you may take two Tylenol tablets about 1 hour prior to your exam (at the discretion of your physician)
– Continue your routine medications as usual
– Do not use deodorant, talcum powder, ointment or creams on your breasts and underarms
– If you wear a dermal patch (Nitro, pain med. or hormone), do not place on the chest region
– Wear a two piece outfit (such as a blouse and slacks) as you will be required to remove everything from your waist up off and put on a hospital top.
– If you have long hair, please secure it back prior to your exam

PLEASE REVIEW
Patients MUST arrive 30 minutes before their appointment time. Patients arriving late may be rescheduled.
If this appointment is no longer needed, notify Central Bookings for cancellation.
Phone: 519-537-2381
Fax: 519-421-4238

PREPARATION
– Patient must NOT eat or drink for 4 hours prior to their appointment
– Take medications as usual. Medication patches may NOT be worn for MRI scan
– All body piercings and jewelry should be removed before arriving. Wear comfortable clothing with no metal.
–If you have hearing aids, please wear them to the appointment. We will remove them before the scan.
– It may be necessary for the patient to remove their continuous glucose monitor (CGM) prior to entering the MRI environment for the examination to proceed safely. Please contact the MRI Department with any questions.
– Insulin pumps and certain CGM can be damaged by magnetic fields. Insulin pumps must be removed immediately prior to your test. Insulin pumps may be restarted following the test. If we need to remove your CGM, it cannot be reinstated, and a new one will need to be reapplied. For any questions regarding your device, please contact the manufacturer of your device.
– Please be aware that this is a “Fragrance Free” facility.

CONSENT
– The patient must be capable of giving informed consent. If incapable, the substitute decision maker must accompany the patient.

SEDATION
– Sedation may be required for patients with anxiety, pain management or claustrophobia at the physician’s discretion. THIS MUST BE PROVIDED BY THE ORDERING PHYSICIAN.
– Patients receiving sedation are NOT to drive themselves and should be informed of restrictions while sedated by a physician or pharmacist.
– It is recommended that sedation is taken 1 hour prior to appointment time depending on the sedation provided. Patients should be given full instructions by the physician or pharmacist

PLEASE REVIEW
Patients MUST arrive 30 minutes before their appointment time. Patients arriving late may be rescheduled.
If this appointment is no longer needed, notify Central Bookings for cancellation or to reschedule.
Phone: 519-537-2381
Fax: 519-421-4238

PREPARATION
– Take medications as usual. Medication patches may need to be removed for MRI scan.
– All body piercings and jewelry should be removed before arriving. Wear comfortable clothing with no metal.
–If you have hearing aids, please wear them to the appointment. We will remove them before the scan.
– It may be necessary for the patient to remove their continuous glucose monitor (CGM) prior to entering the MRI environment for the examination to proceed safely. Please contact the MRI Department with any questions.
– Insulin pumps and certain CGM can be damaged by magnetic fields. Insulin pumps must be removed immediately prior to your test. Insulin pumps may be restarted following the test. If we need to remove your CGM, it cannot be reinstated, and a new one will need to be reapplied. For any questions regarding your device, please contact the manufacturer of your device.
– Please be aware that this is a “Fragrance Free” facility.

CONSENT
– The patient must be capable of giving informed consent. If incapable, the substitute decision maker must accompany the patient.

SEDATION
– Sedation may be required for patients with anxiety, pain management or claustrophobia at the physician’s discretion. THIS MUST BE PROVIDED BY THE ORDERING PHYSICIAN.
– Patients receiving sedation are NOT to drive themselves and should be informed of restrictions while sedated by a physician or pharmacist.
– It is recommended that sedation is taken 1 hour prior to appointment time depending on the sedation provided. Patients should be given full instructions by the physician or pharmacist

PLEASE REVIEW
Patients MUST arrive 20 minutes before their appointment time. Patients arriving late may be rescheduled. This exam may take up to 4 hours.
Please be aware that this is a “Fragrance Free” facility.
To cancel or reschedule this appointment please call 519-537-2381.

PREPARATION
– Eat supper the night before the exam.
– Nothing to eat or drink 4 hours before the exam.
– No narcotic analgesics for 8 hours prior to appointment.
– Continue other medications as usual
– Wear comfortable clothing with no metal

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

PLEASE REVIEW
Patients MUST arrive 20 minutes before their appointment time. Patients arriving late may be rescheduled. This exam is two parts and the Technologist will assign a time for the second part which happens later on the same day.
Please be aware that this is a “Fragrance Free” facility.
To cancel or reschedule this appointment please call 519-537-2381.

PREPARATION
– No Barium contrast in the last 24 hours ( If booking in synch with a CT scan, request Gastrografin and then can be performed same day).
– You may eat and drink
– Continue your medications as usual
– Wear comfortable clothing with no metal

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 medical conditions

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
– You may eat and drink.
– Continue your medications as usual
– Bring a written list of current medications and allergies
– During the exam, patient with be given eye drops, which will not hurt.

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.

PLEASE REVIEW
Patients MUST arrive 20 minutes before their appointment time. Patients arriving late may be rescheduled. This exam may take up to 4 hours.
Please be aware that this is a “Fragrance Free” facility.
To cancel or reschedule this appointment please call 519-537-2381.

PREPARATION
– Nothing to eat or drink after midnight ( 8 hours before exam)
– Stop gastric motility drugs 1-2 days prior to exam.
– Bring a written list of current medications and allergies
– Please inform technologist if patient has had gastric surgery, diabetes, thyroid disorder or is on narcotics
– During exam patient will be given a bottle of Ensure Plus to drink (if there are dietary restrictions, call the department ahead of the appointment date (519-421-4233 ext.2026)
– Pediatric patients are asked to bring foods/drinks that they prefer

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.

PLEASE REVIEW
Patients should arrive 15 minutes before their appointment time.
Please be aware that this is a “Fragrance Free” facility.
To cancel or reschedule this appointment please call 519-537-2381.

PREPARATION
– You may eat and drink.
– Continue medications as usual

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

PLEASE REVIEW
Patients should 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
– Please follow instructions from Ordering Physician
– Arrive at Nuclear Medicine Department at 6:45am, unless otherwise stated

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.

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.

PLEASE REVIEW
Patients MUST arrive 20 minutes before their appointment time. This exam is done in two parts throughout the day. The technologist will inform you of the return time following part one of the exam.
Please be aware that this is a “Fragrance Free” facility.
To cancel or reschedule this appointment please call 519-537-2381.

PREPARATION
THIS IS A 2 DAY EXAM, both days can be long, be prepared by being dressed comfortably, bring reading material and a snack. We have guest wifi..
– No caffeine for 24 hours before the test
– No Nitro patch for 2 hours before the test
– Nothing to eat for 4 hours before the stress test, Diabetics can have juice and take their medication.|
– No long-acting Nitrates for 4 hours before the test, Imdur Nitrates
– Continue other medications as usual
– Wear comfortable clothing, and walking shoes, leave metal jewelry at home and bring a snack . Patients will be required to remove bra for scan and stress procedure.

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

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
– You may eat and drink
– Continue your medications as usual
– Bring a written list of current medications and allergies
– Wear comfortable clothing with no metal

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.

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
– Recent serum creatinine level (collected within last 60 days) required prior to appointment
– Off ACE inhibitors for 4 days prior( Coversyl, Perindopril, Candesartan) (if medically required, ACE inhibitors may be continued throughout the course of the exam with reduced test accuracy)
– No diuretics for 3 days prior
– No IV contrast for 24 hours prior
– Drink 3 glasses (8 ounces each) of water the morning of exam (patient can empty bladder)
– Continue other medications as usual

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

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
– No thyroid blocking agents (Perchlorate or iodine) for 48 hours prior to appointment
-You may eat and drink
– Continue other medications as usual

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