31 NORTH IMAGING GROUP - PHYSICIAN'S PAGE W/ TEST PREPARATIONS
Physicians and their staff: Thank you for visiting this page. Listed below are a few of the many procedures performed at the 31 North Imaging Group. For staff members obtaining insurance authorizations remember, authorizations need to be made out for Women's Mammography Center or Hunterdon Diagnostics. "31 North Imaging Group" is not a practice but simply a trade name for the group of practices here at 31 North.
For your convenience, we have also included a referral slip which you can download and photocopy if needed. Please contact our office if you need more pads.
The following preparations are specific instructions for the tests performed at 31 North Imaging Group. All tests require a physicians order in writing. Many procedures require pre-authorization from your insurance carrier, call your insurance company's customer service or our business office (908) 782-1137 to confirm.
Abdominal Ultrasound - NPO after midnight (nothing to eat or drink after midnight), abdominal ultrasounds usually are ordered for evaluation of the liver, gallbladder, pancreas, spleen, kidneys and generally the upper abdomen or above the belly-button. If your symptoms are below the belly-button, check with your physician, they may need a Pelvic Ultrasound instead or in addition to.
Amniocentesis - No preparation, obtain instruction packet with consent form. Consent form required.
Biophysical Profile - No preparation, prenatal ultrasound to evaluate fetal health and well being.
Breast Cyst Aspiration - No preparation, usually follows confirmation of tender or painful breast cysts, no aspirin products 48 hours prior to procedure. Consent form required.
Breast Mass Biopsy - No preparation, usually follows confirmation of a solid or complex breast mass, no aspirin products 48 hours prior to procedure. Consent form required.
Breast Ultrasound - No preparation, usually follows an abnormal or unclear finding on a mammogram. May be performed as an adjunct to a screening mammogram for dense breast tissue.
Dexa Scan (Bone Density) - No preparation, wear comfortable clothing without metal buttons, buckles or zippers which may interfere with scanning of the spine and/or hip region.
Follicle Study (Ultrasound) - No full bladder required, usually a series of endovaginal ultrasounds to monitor the growth and number of ovarian follicles. Additional blood tests may be required on each visit.
Mammography - No creams or deodorants immediately prior to exam. If previous mammograms are from another facility, make arrangements to have the films and/or CD/DVD delivered, or sign them out yourself and bring them with you. This is very important for comparison viewing and interpretations.
Obstetrical or Prenatal Ultrasound - No full bladder required, early gestations may require an endovaginal sonogram for optimal detail.
Pelvic Ultrasound (Non pregnant) - Full urinary bladder, 2 hours prior to exam, drink three to four, eight oz. glasses of water and retain a full bladder upon arrival to appointment. Standard protocol may include an endovaginal sonogram following the transabdominal full bladder technique.
Renal/Bladder Ultrasound - Moderate hydration a few hours prior to study, does not require a full bladder, no restriction on foods.
Scrotal/Testicular Ultrasound - No preparation
Sonohysterogram (Pelvic Ultrasound) - Endovaginal ultrasound with instillation of fluid into the uterine cavity by physician, no full bladder required.
Thyroid Biopsy (FNA) - No aspirin products 48 hours prior to biopsy.
Thyroid Ultrasound - No preparation.
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