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Imaging Services - Patient Instructions
Computed Tomography CT Angiogram
A CT angiogram is an x-ray used to detect abnormalities within the blood vessels such as narrowing, aneurysms or blockages. The exam will also detect congenital malformations within the vessel. These images will aid in the diagnosis and treatment of your medical condition.
Radiation is used for this exam. Please notify your doctor if you are pregnant.
Before your procedure, do not eat or drink for three hours.
During the angiogram, you will lie on a table that moves through the scanner as pictures are taken. A contrast material (x-ray dye) will be injected into your vein during the exam. Notify your doctor if you are allergic to x-ray dye. The procedure takes about 30 minutes.
After the exam you may resume your regular diet. Drink extra fluid (if you are not on a fluid restriction) to help flush the dye through your system.
After your exam is read by a radiologist, your doctor will receive a report within 48 hours of the findings and will discuss them with you.
Providing safe, quality patient care is our highest priority. To help ensure quality and safety, we ask that you do not bring young children with you to your appointments, as children are not allowed to accompany you during Imaging procedures. Staff is unable to monitor your child in your absence.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your doctor or contact Imaging Services at (320) 255-5619.
Your appointment is on:
Date: ________________ Time: ________________ at the following location:
____ St. Cloud Hospital - please check in at Door A / South Entrance
____ CentraCare Health Plaza - please check in at Woodlands Entrance
Contact Us
St. Cloud Hospital
Imaging Services
1406 Sixth Avenue North
St. Cloud, MN 56303
320-255-5619 |
CentraCare Health Plaza
Imaging Services
1900 CentraCare Circle
St. Cloud, MN 56303
320-229-4914 |
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