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… You may be asked to lift your arms over your head, put your hands on your hips, or lean forward and press your hands together to tighten the muscle beneath each breast … You may be asked to lift your arms over your head, put your hands on your hips, or lean forward and press your hands …
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… to flush the toilet right after you use it, and wash your hands well with soap and water. The amount of radiation in … to flush the toilet right after you use it, and wash your hands well with soap and water. The amount of radiation in …
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… as coffee, for 12 hours before the test. Do not chew gum or smoke cigarettes for 4 hours before the test. You can drink … as coffee, for 12 hours before the test. Do not chew gum or smoke cigarettes for 4 hours before the test. You can drink …
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… contrast material ) is put in a vein ( IV ) in your arm or hand to make the blood vessels easier to see on the scan. If … (contrast material) will be put in a vein in your arm or hand. If you are having a CT angiogram to look at your heart … contrast material ) is put in a vein ( IV ) in your arm or hand to make the blood vessels easier to see on the scan. If …
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… needle is put in, you may feel a sharp pain for a few seconds. Risks There is a small chance for serious problems … needle is put in, you may feel a sharp pain for a few seconds. Risks There is a small chance for serious problems …
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… nose and down the throat. Suction is applied for up to 15 seconds to collect the sample. This method is often used for … nose and down the throat. Suction is applied for up to 15 seconds to collect the sample. This method is often used for …
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… through the body. Each rotation of the scanner takes a second and provides a picture of a thin slice of the organ … through the body. Each rotation of the scanner takes a second and provides a picture of a thin slice of the organ …
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… collection container in a bag and throw it away. Wash your hands. Your doctor will tell you when to return the sample … that can spread disease. Make sure to carefully wash your hands and use careful handling techniques to avoid spreading infection. Results …
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… the picture. You may be asked to hold your breath for a few seconds while the X-ray picture is taken. Most hospitals and … the picture. You may be asked to hold your breath for a few seconds while the X-ray picture is taken. Most hospitals and …