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Nuclear Stress Test

Please remember to bring your referral, if necessary.

Please report to the lower level of the building, Suite GR2. You may park on the East side of the building and walk down the hill directly into the lower level, or you can take the elevator from the main floor.

Please wear comfortable clothes, and shoes or sneakers for walking.

Please do not eat or drink anything that may contain caffeine. This includes: all tea and coffee (including decaf), all soda, all chocolate including candy and ice cream, and certain over-the-counter medications like Excedrin.

Please get instructions from your own doctor about which medications you should or should not take in the morning before the test. If you need assistance, please call the office the day before your test so we can assist you. Please bring your medicines with you to the test.

Please do not eat or drink anything on the morning of your test, except for a small sip of water with your medication. If you are scheduled for a test after 12 noon, you may have a light breakfast. Make sure not to have any coffee or tea! If you are diabetic, call your doctor for special instructions.

Your test will last approximately 2 = to 3 hours. You will have a break of 30 minutes during the test during which you may have a snack. If you choose to bring a snack, make sure it is high in fat/protein (i.e. bagel with cream cheese).

We look forward to seeing you on the day of your test!

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