Patient Resources · Preparation & Results

Everything You Need
Before and After Your Scan.

Preparation checklists, step-by-step guides, and plain-language explanations of what your results mean — for every screening we offer.

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Before Your
Appointment

Each scan has its own preparation requirements. Select your scan below for a complete guide — including what to wear, what to eat, and exactly what will happen.

Echocardiogram
Cardiac Imaging
  • No fasting required
  • Wear comfortable two-piece clothing
  • Take medications as normal
  • Allow 45–60 minutes
  • You may drive yourself
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Carotid Artery Ultrasound
Stroke Prevention
  • No preparation needed
  • Wear a low-collar shirt
  • Remove neck jewelry
  • Allow 45 minutes
  • Both arteries examined
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Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
Aortic Screening
  • Fast 4–6 hours before
  • Water and medications fine
  • Wear two-piece clothing
  • Avoid carbonated drinks
  • Allow 30–45 minutes
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Lower Extremity Venous
DVT & Venous Screening
  • No preparation needed
  • Wear loose pants or shorts
  • Both legs will be examined
  • Allow 45–60 minutes
  • Note any leg symptoms
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Lower Extremity Arterial
PAD Screening
  • No preparation needed
  • Wear loose-fitting pants
  • Both legs examined
  • Allow 45–60 minutes
  • Note walking symptoms
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Kidney Arterial Ultrasound
Renal Vascular Imaging
  • Fast 4–6 hours before
  • Water and medications fine
  • Wear two-piece clothing
  • Limit gas-producing foods day before
  • Allow 60 minutes
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Terms You May See
in Your Report

Your cardiologist report is written in plain language, but you may encounter these clinical terms. Here is exactly what each one means.

Ejection Fraction

Percentage of blood pumped out with each heartbeat. Normal: 55–70%. Below 40% indicates significant concern.

Stenosis

Narrowing of an artery, measured as a percentage. 50–69% is moderate; 70%+ is severe.

Regurgitation

When a heart valve leaks blood backward. Graded mild, moderate, or severe.

Plaque

Fatty deposits inside artery walls. Soft plaque carries higher risk than calcified plaque.

DVT

Deep vein thrombosis — a blood clot in the deep veins of the leg. Requires prompt treatment.

Reflux

Backward blood flow in veins due to valve failure. A key marker of venous insufficiency.

Aneurysm

Abnormal widening of an artery. Aortic diameter ≥3 cm meets aneurysm criteria.

Normal Limits

No significant abnormality identified in that structure or measurement.

What Each Outcome
Means for You

Your report will clearly state whether follow-up is needed and how urgently. We will never leave you without clear next steps.

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Normal Findings
Low urgency

No significant abnormalities. Share your report with your PCP. Consider repeat in 1–3 years based on your risk profile.

Mild Findings
Routine follow-up

Minor findings warranting monitoring. Follow-up timing and lifestyle guidance included in your report.

Moderate Findings
Physician review recommended

Clinically significant findings to review with your physician. Urgency level specified in your report.

Significant Findings
Contact your doctor promptly

Prompt evaluation needed. We will contact you directly in addition to delivering your report.

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