- No caffeine consumption for 24 hours prior to the test (no coffee, tea, decaffeinated drinks, herbal teas, chocolate, or pop).
- Nothing to eat or drink for 4 hours prior to the test (2 hours for diabetic patients); water is allowed.
- Wear comfortable clothing with no metal zippers or metal buttons on the shirt.
- Wear comfortable shoes if you are having an exercise stress test.
- Bring something to eat (such as a sandwich, bagel, etc.).
- Bring a list of your current medications.
- Consult with your physician about whether you need to stop any medications prior to the test, such as beta blockers (bisoprolol, metoprolol, atenolol), Aggrenox, Theophylline, or Tylenol #3.
Preparation For A 2-Day Protocol (Day 1 – Rest Scan)
- No caffeine consumption on the morning of the test (no coffee, tea, decaffeinated drinks, herbal teas, chocolate, or pop).
- Nothing to eat or drink for 4 hours prior to the test (2 hours for diabetic patients); water is allowed.
- Wear comfortable clothing with no metal zippers or metal buttons on the shirt.
- Bring something to eat (such as a sandwich, bagel, etc.).
- Bring a list of your current medications.
- Consult with your physician about whether you need to stop any medications prior to the test, such as beta blockers (bisoprolol, metoprolol, atenolol), Aggrenox, Theophylline, or Tylenol #3.
Preparation For A 2-Day Protocol (Day 2 – Stress Test)
- No caffeine consumption for 24 hours prior to the test (no coffee, tea, decaffeinated drinks, herbal teas, chocolate, or pop).
- Nothing to eat or drink for 4 hours prior to the test (2 hours for diabetic patients); water is allowed.
- Wear comfortable clothing with no metal zippers or metal buttons on the shirt.
- Wear comfortable shoes if you are having an exercise stress test.
- Bring something to eat (such as a sandwich, bagel, etc.).
- Consult with your physician about whether you need to stop any medications prior to the test, such as beta blockers (bisoprolol, metoprolol, atenolol), Aggrenox, Theophylline, or Tylenol #3.