PREPARATION - F.A.Q. - PRICES - TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT

This exam studies your small bowel by opacifying it with baryum.  X-Rays are taken every 20 minutes after you have drink the baryum.

It takes from 1 to 3 hours, depending on how fast the baryum reaches your large intestines.

PREPARATION

If your procedure is in the A M :
Do not eat or drink at least 8 hours before the exam.

If your procedure is in the  PM :
A light breakfast is permitted at 6h00 AM (one toast, jam and juice or coffee).

Avoid corn, beets.
Avoid medications that contain any narcotics or medications.
That will affect bowel motility, unless specified by you doctor.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

QUESTION :
How long is the exam?

ANSWER :
This a highly variable. It depends mainly on how fast your small bowel moves. The average is between 1 and 3 hours.

Please bring a robe, slippers, a book, magazine, etc.  so you may wait comfortably.

PRICES

This exam is covered by your RAMQ card.  You must of course bring a valid card, and your prescription, signed by the doctor.

TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT

In person :  bring you prescription, signed by your doctor and your health insurance card (RAMQ).

By phone :  (450) 646-3520

Opening hours:

Monday to thursday : 8am - 8:30pm
Friday : 8am - 5pm
Saturday : 8:30am - 3pm

* This schedule may change during holidays and during the summer vacations.