Ultrasound Test Preparations

Stroke/Carotid Artery Screening 

• Please wear a shirt that is open at the collar and short sleeved.
• No turtlenecks, please.
• You will be asked to get on an exam table and lie on your back.  The technologist will be examining your neck.

Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Screening

• Please wear a comfortable two-piece outfit of loose clothing.
• You must fast for four (4) hours prior to your screening.
• The meal four (4) hours prior to your screening should be a "light meal" (less than 1/2 of what you normally eat of non-gassy food).
• You may have 1/2 cup of coffee or tea during your fasting period and a moderate amount of water if you are thirsty.
• If you take medication, we ask that you take it as prescribed.
• If you are diabetic and are not comfortable fasting for four (4) hours, please limit yourself to a "diabetic meal" (piece of toast, 1 cup of any kind of juice and 1/2 cup coffee or tea).  If you are in doubt, please follow your diabetic care plan.
• You will be asked to get on an exam table and lie on your back.  The technologist will be examining your abdominal area.

Peripheral Arterial Disease Screening

• Please wear a short sleeved shirt or blouse.
• Do not wear pantyhose.
• You will be asked to remove your socks and shoes.
• The technician will be placing blood pressure cuffs on your upper arms and ankles.