DON’T eat or exercise (and minimise fluid intake) in the 2-3 hours before your scan.
DON’T have hot showers, saunas or ice baths immediately before your scan.
MINIMISE alcohol or unusual caffeine intake for at least 24 hours.
MINIMISE use of lotion or ointment on your hands and feet that won’t easily wipe off.
DO maintain your normal fluid intake the day before.
DO use the restroom before your scan.
DO wear minimal, comfortable clothing to your appointment. Avoid wearing heavy accessories like jewellery, watches, and jackets while on scanner.
Preparing for
ECAL
DON’T consume alcohol or illicit drugs, and avoid caffeine intake for at least 12 hours before your test.
DON’T exercise or perform other strenuous physical activity for at least 12 hours before your test.
DON’T eat or drink anything, except water for between 4 and 12 hours before your test. If on insulin, adjust accordingly.
DON’T have hot/cold showers, saunas or ice baths, etc. in the 4 hours before your test.
DO (drink water as normal, up to the time of your test, however if booking both ECAL & InBody services, minimise water intake for the final 2 hours before your appointment).
