If a preparation kit is indicated, please pick up your kit 2 days prior to exam at Reno Diagnostic Centers. You must begin your prep 24 hours in advance. There is no additional charge.

Upper GI/Small Bowel Series:

Nothing by mouth for 6 hours prior to exam.

Barium Enema:

Clear liquid diet for 24 hours prior to exam. A bowel preparation kit is necessary.

IVP (Kidneys):

Nothing by mouth for 4 hours prior to exam. A bowel preparation kit is necessary.

Biopsies, Hysterosalpingograms:

Nothing by mouth 4 hours prior to exam.

Iohexal Myelograms:

Must be off anti-depressants for 48 hours.