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Ultrasound Preparations

Abdomen/Aorta - Patient must be NPO 8 hours (Best in AM)
****ok to take small sips of water with medications if necessary.
Limited Abdomen - (Ascites check/superficial mass/hernia) - No Prep Required
Renal/Bladder - Drink 5- 8 ounce glasses of water 1 hour prior to exam –Patient not to void prior to exam
---NPO if possible but not necessary
Pelvic/OB - Drink 5- 8 ounce glasses of water 1 hour prior to exam-Patient not to void prior to exam
Arterial Exam - (Upper and Lower Extremity) -- No Prep Required
Venous Exam - (Upper and Lower Extremity) – No Prep Required
Carotid - No Prep Required
Thyroid - No Prep Required
Scrotum - No Prep Required (Shower appreciated)

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