No preparation is required in general X-Ray’s like Chest, Skull, Spine, Joints etc. But there are some X-Ray’s in which preparation is required. They are mentioned below :-
FOR K.U.B
For this test patient should come in fasting after taking charcoal and dulcolax tablets(2) in the night.(Time taken – 15minutes).
FOR BARIUM MALE, BARIUM MALE FOLLOW THROUGH, BARIUM SWALLOW, BARIUM ENIMA
For this test the patient should come empty stomach & with an attendant. Time of investigation depends upon the patient.
FOR IVP
Patient should come in fasting after taking charcoal and dulcolax tablets in the night.
Patient should come along with an attendant. Time of investigation varies from patient to patient.
FOR HSG
For this test the patient should come 4 days after the period cycle. Patient should come in fasting and with an attendant. Time of investigation – 1/2 hour to 1hour.
[EVERY PATIENT IS TO BE INFORMED OF NON IONIC CONTRAST]
FOR DETAILS REFER TO RATE LIST / COMPUTER.