A Hysterosalpingography is a special X-ray using dye to look at the womb (uterus) and fallopian tubes. How to prepare?Your doctor may give you antibiotics to take before and after the test. This helps prevent infections. You may also be given medicines to take on the day of the procedure to help you relax. The…
Fluoroscopy is a procedure performed by a radiologist to view tissues and organs in motion. During the procedure, a continuous X-ray beam is emitted through the part of the body being examined. X-ray contrast agents, such as barium or iodine, are used to better visualize the internal organs or specific areas of the body. Types…
A Fistulogram is an x-ray procedure to view an abnormal passage (fistula) between two or more organs. It may include a passage from inside the body, to an opening on the skin. Contrast (once called x-ray dye) is used to identify the start of the fistula, its pathway, and what organs are involved. Preparation The…
A Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) is a procedure where fine tissue samples are taken for analysis from an area in the body using a fine needle. A Core Biopsy is a procedure where small core samples of tissue are taken for analysis from an area in the body. This procedure is performed by a radiologist…
Duplex ultrasound is a non-invasive option for the evaluation of arteries and the vascularity of organs. A duplex ultrasound can show blood flows to many parts of the body. It can also tell the caliber and reveal any blockages of major blood vessels. A duplex ultrasound can help diagnose an Abdominal aneurysm, Arterial occlusion, Blood…
Cystography is a diagnostic procedure that uses X-rays to examine the urinary bladder. Still X-ray pictures or fluoroscopy (a study of moving body structures—similar to an X-ray “movie”) may be used. During cystography, contrast dye is injected into the bladder. Contrast refers to a substance taken into the body that causes the particular organ or…
CT stands for Computed Tomography, also known as CAT (Computerized Axial Tomography). It is a diagnostic test that uses a combination of X-rays and advanced computer technology to create cross-sectional anatomical images from different angles around the body. A computer puts these images together and can make them into 2D and 3D images. A CT…
Biliary drainage is the insertion of a tube into the bile duct. This is most commonly carried out when the bile ducts are blocked. The bile ducts normally allow bile (a green-brown fluid that is produced by the liver to help with the digestion of fats) to drain from the liver to the small intestine….
A barium enema is an x-ray procedure to examine the lower gastrointestinal tract using a barium. Liquid barium is a white, chalky contrast material that helps the colon show up better on the X-ray. A barium enema is used to help diagnose diseases and other problems that affect the lower GIT. These may include abdominal…
These are some guidelines on how to prepare for the test: Pre-Procedure Instruction Post-Procedure Instruction
