Pre-Exam Protocol

The below is what is required of you before you come for your appointment, please take careful note of each rule, and make sure these are strictly adhered to.

1. No physical stimulation including massage, sexual activity, acupuncture, EMS, TENS, ultrasound, sauna, hot or cold packs or chiropractic treatments for 24 hours before the exam.

2. No surgical procedures up to 12 weeks before the exam.

3. Do not shave any area of the body to be imaged for 24 hours prior to the exam.

4. No sunbathing 5 days prior to the exam.

5. No baths for 24 hours prior to the exam.

6. No exercise on the day of the exam.

7. No smoking for 2 hours before the exam.

8. Do not take a hot shower within 1 hour prior to the exam.

9. For breast imaging do not nurse sooner than 1 hour before the examination and try to leave as much time as possible. Identify the last breast nursed.

10. Do not use lotions, powder, make up or anything else on the area to be imaged on the day of the exam.

11. Do not use deodorant or antiperspirant on the day of the exam.

12. Jewellery to be removed and hair tied up on the day of the exam.