In preparation for your scan, please fast for four hours prior to your appointment. This will optimize the scan process and reduce interference with your results.

Clear drinks such as water, black coffee, and tea are acceptable. You may take vitamins and medications as usual.

Please wear loose clothing as the scan requires transducer skin contact of the abdomen and hip to assess the lumbar spine and proximal femur; this will involve exposing the abdomen and upper thigh so please wear appropriate undergarments. We provide towels or sheets for draping.