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64 Slice Computed Tomography Angiography

Before the Test

Please tell your doctor or the radiology staff if you:

  • might be pregnant, trying to get pregnant or are breastfeeding
  • are allergic to iodine
  • are on dialysis or have known kidney disease
  • are diabetic
  • have a history of lung disease such as asthma
  • have a history of low heart rate, low blood pressure or heart attack
  • have a history of heart arrhythmias such as atrial fibrillation

It is important that you do the following before the examination:

  • Do not drink alcohol or caffeine for 12 hours before your test time
  • Do not eat solid foods for 6 hours before your test
  • Take all of your regularly scheduled medications
  • Bring a complete list of your current medications

Inform the scheduling department if you are taking a beta blocker such as Toprol, Atenolol, Metoproplol, Tenormin, Cartrol, or Coreg.

Driving may not be allowed after the test if you receive Lopressor (beta blocker), a medication to slow your heart rate, during the test. A nurse will notify you if you should arrange for a ride home.

If you have an iodine allergy or are taking Glucophage®,Glucophage XR®, Glucovance® (Metformin), you will be given special medication instructions. It is important that you follow these instructions carefully.

For dialysis patients, the test may need to be scheduled on the same day as your dialysis treatment.

Patients over the age of 70 or those having known risk factors for renal disease may require kidney function tests.

You will need to wear a gown for this test. Gowns will be provided. You will be shown to a dressing area for changing into the gown and will need to remove any loose or hanging jewelry, such as necklaces. It is not usually necessary to remove rings or watches, but you may choose to do so for comfort and security.

Contact
A physician request is required prior to scheduling a Dual Source 64 slice CTA. For more information, please contact CT scheduling at (312) 926-6366.

Procedure Guide

Dual Source 64 Slice CTA
Before the test
Day of the test
During the test
After the test


Review Date: 08/07