How Do I Prepare for an AAA Ultrasound?
Do I need to fast for an AAA ultrasound? Can I smoke or chew gum before the examination?
1. Overview
An abdominal aortic aneurysm, or AAA, ultrasound currently requires preparation before your appointment.
2. What You Need to Know
Our current preparation instructions state:
- Do not eat or drink for four hours before your arrival time
- Do not chew gum for two hours before your arrival time
- Do not smoke for two hours before your arrival time
3. AAA Ultrasound Preparation
Do I need to fast?
Yes. Our current instructions require four hours without food or drink before your arrival time.
Can I smoke or chew gum?
Do not smoke or chew gum for two hours before your arrival time.
4. Before You Contact MMI
Review the instructions supplied with your appointment.
Instructions specifically provided for your examination should always be followed.
5. When to Contact MMI
Please contact us before your appointment if:
- You are unsure how to follow the preparation
- Your appointment instructions differ from the information on our website
- You have been given other medical instructions that affect your preparation