Fluoroscopy
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Fluoroscopy is much like an x-ray, except the image is projected in real time. It is often described as a video of what is currently happening inside you. The newest technology provides a very high resolution image with sharp clarity. The result is increased diagnostic accuracy.
a.) Esophagram
Pre-Exam Instructions
- DO NOT eat, drink, or smoke after midnight.
- You can expect a pre-scan review of your medical history, previous testing and insurance information.
Required Forms
- If you would like to complete the forms in advance of your visit you may download the PDF versions from the links below, print them on your home printer and complete them prior to your visit.
- PMI Patient Registration Form (PDF)
- If you don't have the Adobe Acrobat Reader, download it from here.
Time
b.) Upper GI
Pre-Exam Instructions
- DO NOT eat, drink, or smoke after midnight.
- You can expect a pre-scan review of your medical history, previous testing and insurance information.
Required Forms
- If you would like to complete the forms in advance of your visit you may download the PDF versions from the links below, print them on your home printer and complete them prior to your visit.
- PMI Patient Registration Form (PDF)
- If you don't have the Adobe Acrobat Reader, download it from here.
Time
c.) Small Bowel
Pre-Exam Instructions
- DO NOT eat, drink, or smoke after midnight.
- You can expect a pre-scan review of your medical history, previous testing and insurance information.
Required Forms
- If you would like to complete the forms in advance of your visit you may download the PDF versions from the links below, print them on your home printer and complete them prior to your visit.
- PMI Patient Registration Form (PDF)
- If you don't have the Adobe Acrobat Reader, download it from here.
Time
- Allow 30 minutes to 3hours
d.) IVP (Intravenous Pyelogram)
A 48-hour prep is required with a special kit. Please pick up the kit at least 2 days before your appointment.
Pre-Exam Instructions
- A 48-hour prep is required with a special kit. Please pick up the kit at least 2 days before your appointment.
- Please alert the staff if you have ever had an I.V. contrast reaction.
- You can expect a pre-scan review of your medical history, previous testing and insurance information.
Required Forms
- If you would like to complete the forms in advance of your visit you may download the PDF versions from the links below, print them on your home printer and complete them prior to your visit.
- PMI Patient Registration Form (PDF)
- If you don't have the Adobe Acrobat Reader, download it from here.
e.) Barium Enema
A 48-hour prep is required with a special kit. Please pick up the kit at least 2 days before your appointment.
Pre-Exam Instructions
- A 48-hour prep is required with a special kit. Please pick up the kit at least 2 days before your appointment.
- You can expect a pre-scan review of your medical history, previous testing and insurance information.
Required Forms
- If you would like to complete the forms in advance of your visit you may download the PDF versions from the links below, print them on your home printer and complete them prior to your visit.
- PMI Patient Registration Form (PDF)
- If you don't have the Adobe Acrobat Reader, download it from here.