Screening Information

Appointment Confirmation and Screening - Patients will be contacted prior to their scheduled appointment by an employee of UVA Imaging who will explain instructions related to their specific exam, review pertinent screening questions and to answer any questions.

MRI

Because MRI uses a large magnet to acquire images, MRIs cannot be performed on patients with pacemakers, pacing wires, and/or cochlear ear implants.  If you are claustrophobic and taking medication to decrease anxiety, please bring a driver.

Download the MRI Screening Form (Coming soon)

CT

Some CT exams require contrast and some do not, and some CT exams require fasting prior to appointment, please call your referring physician or  UVA Imaging at 1-866-506-5303 to confirm your appropriate preparation instructions.

Download the CT prep instructions (Coming soon)

Download the CT screening form (Coming soon)

Fluoroscopy

Because the fluoroscopic procedures we do are invasive, patients taking blood thinners or aspirin should consult with referring physicians regarding the required preparation for their fluoroscopy procedure.  Our standard is for patients to be off aspirin/blood thinners 4 to 5 days prior to your procedure.  If you have questions please call your referring physician or  UVa Imaging at 1-866-506-5303 to confirm your appropriate preparation instructions.

Ultrasound

Some ultrasound procedures require special preparation instructions including increased water intake and/or fasting.  If you have questions please call your referring physician or  UVA Imaging at 1-866-506-5303 to confirm your appropriate preparation instructions.

Bone Density

There is no prep required for bone density (DEXA) exams. 

Download an Osteoporosis Risk Analysis