How Do I Prepare for an Abdominal Ultrasound?

1. Overview

An abdominal ultrasound requires preparation before your appointment.

Following the preparation instructions helps ensure the examination can be completed as scheduled.

2. What You Need to Know

Our current instructions require:

• Nothing to eat or drink for four hours before your arrival time
• No chewing gum for two hours before your arrival time
• No smoking for two hours before your arrival time

3. Abdominal Ultrasound Preparation

Do I need to fast?

Yes. Do not eat or drink for four hours 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 preparation instructions included with your appointment confirmation.

5. When to Contact MMI

Please contact us before your appointment if:

• You are unsure how to follow your preparation instructions
• The instructions you received differ from those listed on our website